Sirens sound in Akrotiri as residents receive security threat SMS and all-clear message

Akrotiri, Cyprus. Sirens sounded again in Akrotiri and residents received an SMS warning of an ongoing security threat. A later message said the incident had concluded and restrictions on movement were removed.

Security alert issued

Residents were told there was an ongoing security threat and instructed to remain indoors until further official notice. The message advised them to move away from windows and take cover behind or beneath substantial, solid furniture, and to await further instruction.

All-clear message sent

A subsequent SMS said the current security incident had concluded and that restrictions on movement had been removed.

Did you receive the security alert and follow-up message in Akrotiri?