Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland – March 2, 2018
Location: Bern Bahnhof Main Train Station
Event: Bern Police are responding to a bomb threat in the vicinity of the train station. One person has been arrested and the authorities are in the process of clearing the area. Train and tram disruptions are expected.
The most accurate real-time information on security matters is available from Swiss authorities, who have responsibility for the safety and security of all persons in Switzerland.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the area around the train station.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- swissinfo.ch (English)
- 20min.ch (German, French, Italian)
- blick.ch (German)
- Be aware of your surroundings.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Bern, Switzerland +41 31 357 70 11
- +41 31 357 77 77 (after hours)
- Bernacs@state.gov
- https://ch.usembassy.gov
- State Department – Consular Affairs +1-888-407-4747
- Switzerland Country Specific Information
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