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'Bomb' alert: Homes evacuated near UK military base as army squad called in
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Several properties were evacuated in UK's Whelford, after police declared a major incident following the arrest of several men on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act. The Army’s specialist explosive ordnance disposal team has been called in to examine a number of vehicles, according to police. The Sun reported that the operation took place near RAF Fairford, with emergency vehicles at Fairford Youth Football Club.
Several properties were evacuated in UK's Whelford, after police declared a major incident following the arrest of several men on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act.
The Army’s specialist explosive ordnance disposal team has been called in to examine a number of vehicles, according to police.
The Sun reported that the operation took place near RAF Fairford, with emergency vehicles at Fairford Youth Football Club.
Local residents were moved to a nearby leisure centre while a cordon remains in place around the area.
Police said they believe the incident is contained and are working with partner agencies as they carry out established emergency plans.