Suspicious vehicle check turns out negative Published Oct. 6, 2009 By Tech. Sgt. Michael O'Connor 31st Fighter Wing public affairs AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy -- At approximately 8:30 a.m. today, 31st Security Forces Squadron military personnel and contract inspectors indicated something out of the ordinary with a contractor vehicle attempting entry through the new Large Vehicle Inspection Station on Area F of Aviano Air Base. Base emergency responders from the 31st SFS, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal and fire department, as well as the Italian Carabinieri military police responded to the scene. Base personnel and civilian contractors near the LVIS were evacuated to a safe distance while an EOD team inspected the vehicle, causing traffic passing by the west side of Area F to be backed up in both directions. The vehicle was determined to be safe at approximately 9:30 a.m. The LVIS re-opened immediately thereafter and traffic flow resumed to normal. "Today's emergency response at LVIS was spot-on," said Brig. Gen. C. Q. Brown Jr., 31st Fighter Wing commander. "I understand many motorists were stuck in traffic during the event causing them unexpected delays and I appreciate their patience and understanding as we continue to ensure the safety of the base and local community." "The joint response demonstrated the great teamwork we have with our Italian hosts," said General Brown.