'Bomb' alert: Homes evacuated near UK military base as army squad called in

Local residents were moved to a nearby leisure centre while a cordon remains in place around the area.

Several properties were evacuated in UK's Whelford, after police declared a major incident following the arrest of several men on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act.The Army’s specialist explosive ordnance disposal team has been called in to examine a number of vehicles, according to police.The Sun reported that the operation took place near RAF Fairford, with emergency vehicles at Fairford Youth Football Club.Local residents were moved to a nearby leisure centre while a cordon remains in place around the area.Police said they believe the incident is contained and are working with partner agencies as they carry out established emergency plans.