'Controlled explosion' at US Embassy in London, Gatwick Airport's South Terminal evacuatedLondon’s Metropolitan Police confirmed that a controlled explosion was carried out on Friday near the US Embassy in Nine Elms.This came following reports of a suspicious package in the area. "Meanwhile, in another "security incident" a large part of the South Terminal of UK's Gatwick airport has been evacuated. "A large part of the South Terminal has been evacuated as a precaution while we continue to investigate a security incident. "A security cordon is in place around the South Terminal at Gatwick Airport following discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage. The South Terminal is reopening to staff and will be open to passengers shortly.

Source: The Times November 22, 2024 10:24 UTC