By GB News (World News) | Created at 2026-09-27 07:50:52 | Updated at 2026-09-27 08:33:30
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A major incident has been declared following the arrest of several men near RAF Fairford on suspicion of explosives offences.
Residents living in nearby Whelford have been evacuated from the area near the site of the airbase which is used by the United States Air Force (USAF).
A Gloucestershire Police spokesman said: "A number of properties are currently being evacuated in the Whelford area following the declaration of a major incident.
"It follows the arrest of several men on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act."
The spokesman continued: "The Army’s specialist explosive ordnance disposal team are currently examining a number of vehicles.
"The local residents are being evacuated to a nearby leisure centre.
"A cordon is currently in place but we’d like to reassure people that we believe this incident is contained.
"We are working closely with our partners and are enacting the well-rehearsed plans we have in place."
Residents living near RAF Fairford have been evacuated
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A large emergency services presence was seen in the area, including a Hazardous Area Response Team.
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