06 Mar 2019 | 12:47 AM UTC
UK: King’s Cross St. Pancras station reopened following evacuation Mar. 5 /update 1
Transit authorities reopen King’s Cross St. Pancras Tube station in London after temporary evacuation on March 5
Event
Transport for London (TfL) authorities reopened the King's Cross St. Pancras Tube station in London on the evening (local time) of Tuesday, March 5, following a temporary evacuation. The station closed around 21:45 due to a fire alarm, prompting an evacuation and interruption in train service at the station. TfL authorities reopened the station around 20:05.
Context
Several suspicious packages were found in the London area on March 5.
Advice
Individuals using the London Underground are advised to confirm train schedules and possible alternate routes.
