In the wake of a bombing at the airport in the Belgium capital of Brussels, two bomb threats were called in to Thompson RCMP today.

The first threat was directed at the Thompson Regional Airport Authority, while the second was to the Thompson Provincial Building. RCMP thoroughly searched both locations, but no bombs were found.

The airport was re-opened later in the morning, while the provincial building remained closed for the rest of the day.

Staff Sergeant Lewis with the RCMP says that they investigate all threats seriously, and warns Thompsonites that calling in false threats is a waste of time and police resources, and can also land the caller in hot water.

“It relates back to Public Mischief, which could lead to fines if found guilty for it. So it’s a pretty stiff penalty that could also include [up to five] years of jail time.”

Lewis also said they are currently working with MTS to find out who made the calls and where they came from.