BREAKING ‘War sirens’ ring out over RAF bases after suspected ‘unauthorised drone exercise’
Sirens rang out at RAF bases today (November 13)
Sirens rang out at RAF bases today (November 13) as reports emerged of suspected drone activity in the area. Residents near RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, along with RAF Feltwell over the border in Norfolk, reported hearing the alarms on Friday evening.
Locals said they heard what sounded like “war sirens” around 5.30pm, before a loudspeaker message in an American accent told people to stay inside and take cover. Disturbing videos shot by neighbours reportedly showed the sirens echoing over their pitch-dark gardens.
A spokesperson said, as reported by the Daily Mail: “This evening, USAF Security Forces personnel responded to suspected unauthorized drone activity over RAF Lakenheath.
RAF Lakenheath, Suffolk(Image: PA)
“No personnel, aircraft or infrastructure were affected. We continue to work closely with our host nation counterparts to ensure the safety and security of our US service members, US and host nation civilians, contractors, and all of our families.”
Police urged people to flag any unusual or suspicious behaviour to the relevant local authorities. One resident living close to RAF Feltwell reportedly said they were left “shaken up” when the sirens began earlier in the afternoon.
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