Reports of Fatalities Following Explosion in As-Salt, Balqa Governorate
Category: Criminal Activity
Severity: 3 (Moderate)
Source: Drum Cussac
02/14/2019 (Jordan) - According to incoming social media feeds on Thursday, 14 February, at least one person was killed and six more injured following the explosion near the town of As-Salt in the Balqa Governorate. Reportedly the explosion was caused by a landmine. Some of those injured are reported to be members of the security forces. Local security forces are currently conducting operations in the area. It must also be noted that Islamist militants are known to operate in the vicinity of As-Salt.
Travellers in As-Salt are advised to maintain a high level of situational awareness and report any suspicious objects or activity to the authorities. Travellers should follow local media outlets for further information concerning this incident.
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