Birmingham Airport has been evacuated, and all flights have been grounded following reports of a bomb threat. Eyewitnesses and passengers reported being evacuated outside the terminal as police investigate the situation.
Police Response and Precautionary Measures
West Midlands Police confirmed on social media platform X that the airport is being evacuated due to a “suspicious vehicle.” The force described the evacuation as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of passengers and staff. Officers are currently on-site, assessing the situation.
A spokesperson for Birmingham Airport said: “West Midlands Police is currently dealing with an ongoing incident on-site. Airport operations are currently impacted, and passengers should not come to the airport at this time.”
The airport has also advised passengers via social media that police are managing the situation and that all operations are temporarily suspended. Birmingham Airport’s official channels will continue to provide updates as the situation unfolds, urging people to stay away until further notice.
Passengers’ Experiences
Passengers have taken to social media to share their experiences amid the evacuation. One user posted: “We’ve just landed and can’t get off the plane. Some sort of security alert.” Another wrote: “My mum and dad are stuck on a plane at Birmingham Airport. They have no idea what’s going on; they just got back from Spain.
Flights and Operations Suspended
With all flights currently grounded and operations suspended, passengers are advised not to travel to the airport and to check with their airlines for further updates on their flight status.
The airport and police continue to manage the incident, and further information will be shared as the situation develops. Authorities are working to resolve the issue swiftly and safely.
