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Derby police evacuate around 200 homes as men arrested on suspicion of explosives offences
- Derby police declared a major incident and evacuated around 200 homes after two men were arrested on suspicion of explosives offences.
- Authorities conducted a warrant at Vulcan Street and arrested a man in his 40s and another in his 50s in connection with the case.
- Residents were told to be ready to stay away from home for about 24 hours during the operation.
- A rest centre was established at the Salvation Army centre on Osmaston Road to assist evacuees.
- The incident area includes Vulcan Street, Shaftsbury Crescent, Reeves Road, and nearby streets under police cordon.
- Derbyshire Police stated there is no wider risk to the community and the incident is not treated as terrorism-related.
- Residents affected were advised to contact Derbyshire Police via Facebook Messenger, the force website, or by calling 101 for information.
- A rest centre was established to assist evacuees and a formal cordon remains around the affected streets.
- The Army's Explosive Ordnance Division is handling the situation at the evacuated properties.
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