The federal capital Vienna was already affected on Monday, as a spokesman for the APA State Police Directorate confirmed. On Tuesday there were threats in other federal states. In Eisenstadt the agricultural college was affected, in Tyrol the education directorate was affected. The police are checking the incidents, the APA said.
The Burgenland state government office received an email containing a threat. This was probably directed against the agricultural college; the students had to leave the building in the morning. In response to an APA request, the Burgenland State Police Directorate confirmed the existence of a threat. This will be taken seriously and examined. It was initially not clear which buildings the threats were directed at in Vienna.
No suspicious items found
There was also a bomb threat in Styria. The Education Directorate was affected here at around 9:00 a.m. During the police operation, “everything was searched and no suspicious objects were found,” as the Styrian State Police Directorate said. According to police, evacuation was not necessary. The incident was not made a big deal in communication because it was not intended to motivate more free riders.
In Tyrol, the education directorate in Innsbruck was affected by a bomb threat. The threat was sent by email, a police spokeswoman told APA. However, the executive assumed that there was a “low risk situation”, so no evacuation was carried out. As a precaution, however, the building was being searched and explosives detection dogs were also involved, it was said.
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## Interview with Security Expert about Recent Bomb Threats
**Host:** Thank you for joining us today. We’ve been seeing a disturbing number of bomb threats in Austria over the past few days, with incidents reported in Vienna, Burgenland, Styria and Tyrol. What can you tell us about these threats?
**Security Expert:** It’s certainly alarming. We’re seeing a worrying trend. While thankfully no explosives have been found so far, the disruptions caused and the psychological impact on the public are significant. The fact that these threats are affecting various institutions, from government buildings to educational institutions, suggests a wider-reaching intent.
**Host:** Do these recent incidents remind you of any previous threats we’ve seen?
**Security Expert:** Yes, they definitely resemble the series of threats against train stations we witnessed a few months ago. Those were particularly disruptive, causing widespread evacuations and delays.
**Host:** You mentioned the psychological impact. What are the implications of these threats for the public and for security services?
**Security Expert:** Constant fear and uncertainty about where the next threat will come from can erode public confidence and create anxiety. It also puts a strain on law enforcement resources, especially when investigations are ongoing without concrete leads.
**Host:** It’s been reported that a suspect was located abroad in connection with the train station threats. Is there any indication that these new threats could be connected?
**Security Expert:** It’s possible. Authorities will undoubtedly be investigating any potential links. It’s crucial to determine if we are dealing with a copycat situation or a coordinated campaign.
**Host:** What advice do you have for the public in light of these ongoing threats?
**Security Expert:** Remain vigilant but don’t panic. Be aware of your surroundings, report any suspicious activity to authorities, and cooperate with security personnel. It’s important to stay informed through reliable sources and follow any safety guidelines issued by local officials.
**Host:** Thank you for sharing your insights with us today.
**(End interview)**
