Police say the Key Bridge in Washington, D.C., has been shut down in both directions between Georgetown and Rosslyn in response to a bomb threat. Authorities are reportedly searching for explosive devices.
There's a bomb threat on the Key Bridge right now which is right beside my building. Police are blocking the bridge. #lookingoutsidemywindow
— Latoya (@JustToya3) July 11, 2013
Supposed bomb threat called in on Key Bridge between Rosslyn and Georgetown. You don't often see it this empty. pic.twitter.com/6GnZHVRbll
— Chris Herbert (@cherbert) July 11, 2013
The Key Bridge remains shut down. Police tell us a bomb threat was called in. Expect delays in both directions. #dctraffic #vatraffic
— Dr. Gridlock (@drgridlock) July 11, 2013
https://twitter.com/howardonna/status/355341079815536640
Police say drivers should avoid the area for several hours.
UPDATE: Police are advising drivers to avoid the Key Bridge for "several hours." http://t.co/j9HZ9FX7D0
— ABC 7 News – WJLA (@ABC7News) July 11, 2013
Twitchy will monitor this developing story and update as details become available.
Update:
All lanes have reportedly reopened after the bridge was deemed safe by authorities.
Traffic Advisory Update: The Key Bridge is clear and all lanes are open.
— DC Police Department #StayHomeDC (@DCPoliceDept) July 11, 2013
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