Spanish Attacks - Barcelona & Cambrils!

Yet more terrorist attacks in the heart of Europe, this time at home in Spain. Last night, while working at LoungeD, I heard of the first attack in Barcelona, in the Las Ramblas district, an area I know well, having visited it on many occasions; a place heaving with tourists at the peak of the summer season; a soft target, used by cowards to kill indiscriminately. Spain is used to terrorist attacks; in 2004 two hundred people were killed in the Madrid train bombing, the worst in Spain's history. Yesterdays attack in Barcelona, mirrored other onslaughts, especially in Britain in recent times.

As I awoke this morning I read that there had been a second assault, 70 miles from Barcelona, in the seaside town of Cambrils. The twelve strong terror cell, thought to be behind these attacks, were initially planning these atrocities with gas canisters.  These two shocking events ended with a police shoot out and the death of five terrorists. Understandably Expats and tourists alike, remain concerned and nervous, as tension runs high.

Foreign travel advice from the British Government reads: "The British Embassy in Madrid and Consulate General in Barcelona are in contact with local authorities and urgently seeking further information following incidents in the Las Ramblas area of central Barcelona and Cambrils, near Salou (100kms south west of Barcelona).
"If you're in the immediate area you should take care and follow the advice of the local security authorities. 
"Press reports suggest that some public transport, particularly the metro, has been affected; this page will be updated as the situation develops."
“If you’re caught up in an ongoing incident, turn any mobile phones or other devices to silent, and do not put your location on social media. 
“A helpline has been set up on 0034 93 214 21 24, although some callers have experienced problems with the line. The Spanish authorities are working to resolve this.”
Further information will be available on the FCO website as the situation develops. 

Polizia Locale, in the Gran Alacant area have advised everyone to remain vigilant, but to carry on with their daily business. We can't let these terrorists win, it is imperative we continue as normal. Until European Governments deal with these Islamic terrorists, removing them from our streets and deporting them to their country of origin; or in the case of home grown terrorists, arresting them and locking them away; we will continue to suffer disruption, destruction and death.  Europe is ignoring this problem, which is the reason, we are where we are today; this is not a time for political correctness, this is a time for political action!

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