Developing

26
Apr 2021
7:40 UTC

Sweden Tactical: Terminal 5 at Arlanda Airport (ARN) in Stockholm evacuated during morning hours (local time) on April 26; avoid nonessential travel

Please be advised

  • Emerging reports indicate that Terminal 5 of Arlanda Airport (ARN) in Stockholm has been evacuated as of the morning hours (local time) on April 26.
  • A suspicious bag was located in the terminal at 08:00, prompting the evacuation. Police are at the scene. Further details have not been released as of writing.
  • Disruptions to travel are expected in the coming hours.

Recommendations

Those operating or residing in Stockholm on April 26 are advised to avoid nonessential travel to Arlanda Airport due to the ongoing security operation.

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Low
AFFECTED AREA Stockholm, Sweden
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL High
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible

Please be advised

  • Emerging reports indicate that Terminal 5 of Arlanda Airport (ARN) in Stockholm has been evacuated as of the morning hours (local time) on April 26.
  • A suspicious bag was located in the terminal at 08:00, prompting the evacuation. Police are at the scene. Further details have not been released as of writing.
  • Disruptions to travel are expected in the coming hours.

Recommendations

Those operating or residing in Stockholm on April 26 are advised to avoid nonessential travel to Arlanda Airport due to the ongoing security operation.

COUNTRY RISK LEVEL Low
AFFECTED AREA Stockholm, Sweden
INCIDENT RISK LEVEL High
STRENGTH OF SOURCE Credible