US Naval Airbase in Italy on Lockdown
Story by Daniel Orton • 1h
A U.S. naval airbase in Sicily, Italy was on lockdown Wednesday morning due to an unspecified situation at an entry control point.
"Due to an ongoing situation at the [Naval Air Station] Sigonella (NAS 2) entry control point, a lockdown/shelter-in-place remains in effect," said a post on the base's Facebook page. "Inbound and outbound traffic at the NAS 2 base entry control points is secured."
NAS 2 is one of four main sites that make up the base, which spans over 1,300 acres, according to the U.S. Navy. It serves as the base's main aviation and operational hub, where aircraft are situated.
Traffic was being redirected to another gate and personnel were advised to avoid a road between the site and a military housing complex. They were also instructed to follow instructions from the Naval Security Forces and monitor an emergency notification system.
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