Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2 was evacuated on September 20 due to security concerns over a potential threat, with authorities investigating a suspicious item in a bag.
Evacuation and Initial Response
The evacuation was carried out on Saturday, September 20, at Dublin Airport’s Terminal 2, with authorities citing “security concerns” as the reason.
The airport warned of potential temporary disruptions for passengers.
Cause of Evacuation
According to media reports, a potentially dangerous item was detected in a bag by scanners, prompting the evacuation.
The owner of the bag was reportedly identified, and an investigation is underway.
Investigation and Response
A bomb disposal unit was sent to the airport as part of the response to the potential threat.