Chemical Scare Shuts Down Bath City Centre
Chaos erupted in Bath today after reports of a possible chemical attack in the busy city centre. Around 2.30 PM, a woman carrying a suspicious bag approached pedestrians on Stall Street, leaving several people feeling ill.
Massive Emergency Response on Scene
South Western Ambulance Service flagged the alert at 3.08 PM, triggering a huge emergency response. Over 20 vehicles, including 14 ambulances, raced to the scene in a bid to contain the situation. Avon and Somerset Police teamed up with Avon Fire and Rescue, their teams suited up in protective gear as they investigated.
Stall Street Sealed Off, Investigation Underway
Police confirmed: “At about 2.30 PM, a woman approached people with a bag on Stall Street, causing some individuals to feel unwell. The ambulance service alerted us at 3.08 PM. We have had no further reports of illness.”
Stall Street remains cordoned off while authorities comb the area. Emergency crews reassured the public, stressing they have thorough plans in place for chemical incidents and are taking every precaution to keep everyone safe.
Public Urged to Steer Clear
Locals and tourists in Bath are warned to avoid the affected zone and stay tuned to local news for the latest updates. Eyewitnesses described the scene as intense, with sirens blaring and emergency vehicles flooding the streets.
