Apple in Cork evacuated

The press are reporting that 4000 employees of Apple in Cork have been evacuated due to a security threat.

Gardai are at the scene in Hollyhill and have confirmed that three plants have been evacuated.

Initial reports indicate that the threat may have been sent via email.

It is understood that the firm’s premises on Lavitts Quay, Hollyhill and Model Farm Road are those affected by the evacuations.

independent.ie are reporting that the EOD (explosive ordnance disposal) team are on standby.

Read more on indepenent.ie: http://www.independent.ie/irish-news/4000-apple-employees-evacuated-amid-possible-security-threat-in-cork-34373462.html