The U.S. Consulate General in Lahore, Pakistan, has directed its staff to shelter in place amid reports of drone explosions, downed drones and possible airspace incursions, the country's State Department said on Thursday.

Both India and Pakistan claimed the foiled attempted drone strike launched by the other side as tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors mount.

In a security alert, the Consulate said it has also received initial reports that authorities may be evacuating some areas adjacent to Lahore’s main airport