18 May 2021 | 10:13 AM UTC
Myanmar: Explosion reported in Dagon Township, Yangon, afternoon May 18
Explosion reported in Dagon Township, Yangon, Myanmar, afternoon May 18. Disruptions likely. Reports of injuries; avoid the area.
Event
An explosion occurred at a building in Dagon Township, central Yangon, at around 15:00 May 18. The cause of the blast is unclear. Reports indicate the blast caused some injuries, though the numbers are unclear.
Heightened security measures are likely in the impact area in the coming hours. Security-related operations could result in localized road travel and business disruptions.
Advice
Avoid the impact area in the coming hours. Heed the instructions of the security forces. Plan for road travel delays.
