Dublin Airport Security Alert – Army Bomb Disposal Team Called
- A security alert at Dublin Airport prompted the evacuation of Terminal 2 on Saturday, September 21, 2024, but was stood down after a preliminary examination by authorities deemed...
- On Saturday, September 21, 2024, Dublin Airport experienced a security scare that led to the evacuation of Terminal 2.
- Initial investigations involved containing the luggage within Terminal 2.
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Dublin Airport Evacuation: Security alert Stood Down (September 20, 2024)
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A security alert at Dublin Airport prompted the evacuation of Terminal 2 on Saturday, September 21, 2024, but was stood down after a preliminary examination by authorities deemed a piece of luggage safe. This incident caused disruption to airport operations, though flights have since resumed.
what Happened?
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, Dublin Airport experienced a security scare that led to the evacuation of Terminal 2. The Irish times reported that an Garda Síochána (the Irish police force) responded to a report concerning an item of airline luggage. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit of the Irish Army was afterward deployed to the airport.
Initial investigations involved containing the luggage within Terminal 2. After a preliminary assessment, Gardaí stated the item was deemed safe for removal to a location that wouldn’t disrupt airport operations. Further examination by the Army EOD team confirmed the luggage was safe, leading to the lifting of the alert.
Timeline of Events
| Time (Approximate) | Event |
|---|---|
| September 21, 2024 (Morning) | Report of suspicious luggage received by An Garda Síochána. |
| September 21, 2024 (Morning) | Terminal 2 of Dublin Airport evacuated as a precaution. |
| September 21, 2024 (Morning) | Army EOD Unit deployed to the airport. |
| September 21, 2024 (Afternoon) | Luggage contained and deemed safe for removal. |
| September 21, 2024 (Afternoon) | Luggage declared safe by Army EOD team; security alert stood down. |
Impact on Airport Operations
The evacuation of Terminal 2 caused significant disruption to flight schedules.While specific numbers of delayed or cancelled flights weren’t instantly available, passengers were advised to check with their airlines for updates.RTÉ News reported that the incident caused delays and inconvenience for travelers.
Airport authorities worked to minimize disruption and restore normal operations as quickly as possible following the all-clear.Passengers experienced delays and were advised to check the status of their flights with their respective airlines.
Official Statements
An Garda Síochána
“Following a preliminary examination on scene, the piece of luggage was contained and deemed safe for removal from T2 to an alternate location which would not impact on airport operations. The piece of luggage was subject to further examination by the Army EOD team and has been declared safe.”