Metcalfe Street is closed between Albert Street and Slater Street. Heavily armed officers are stationed along the roads leading to Wellington, with vehicles and police tape blocking access. Police are urging citizens to stay away from the area. At least some members of parliament have received an e-mail saying that an operation is underway to deal with a potential threat. “A RELEASE has been ordered for the Region, this does not involve any movement inside or outside our buildings. Parliament has been evacuated.” Wellington Street is closed between Elgin and at least to the Bank – they said that an active public security operation is underway, the parliamentary police are working with OPS. Police with guns blocking the roads to Parliament. Avoid the area if possible. pic.twitter.com/VvUchmfC5e – @ DCFraser