Security Alert: Security Alert: Ongoing Security Threat in Baden, Aargau

Subject:          Security Alert: Ongoing Security Threat in Baden, Aargau

Location:        Downtown Baden, Aargau

Event:             The U.S. Embassy in Bern informs U.S. citizens of a bomb threat in the downtown area of Baden.  U.S. citizens in the area should avoid the area and follow guidance from local authorities.https://twitter.com/Kapo_Aargau

According to news reports the downtown area of Baden has been cordoned off after a bomb threat at the Manor department store at the Schlossbergplatz. The search for an explosive device is ongoing.

Actions to Take:

  • Avoid the area(s) of the incident
  • Follow the instructions of local authorities at all times
  • Monitor local media for information about specific demonstrationswww.swissinfo.ch (English)
    www.20min.ch (German, French, Italian)
    www.blick.ch (German)

    Contact concerned family members in the U.S. to advise them of your safety

Assistance:

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.