Detonation Archives

Controlled Detonation Safely Neutralizes WWII Bomb Discovered in Newtownards

Newtownards, Northern Ireland – A World War II-era bomb discovered in Newtownards prompted a meticulous disposal operation, culminating in a controlled explosion, authorities confirmed Monday. The unexpected discovery at a local construction site caused immediate evacuation and brought bomb disposal experts to the scene. Located just east of Belfast, the area was quickly cordoned off after the rusty device was unearthed by construction workers who were digging for a new development project. Upon assessing the …

Local Agencies Gather in Carson for Workshop on Responding to Potential Nuclear Detonation

CARSON, Calif. – A gathering of approximately 250 federal, state, and local agencies convened in Carson on Tuesday for a workshop focusing on preparing for a potential nuclear detonation. The two-day planning and response workshop included panel discussions, training videos, and demonstrations aimed at enhancing response capabilities. Experts emphasized that the training was not prompted by an imminent threat but rather by the need for improved situational awareness and understanding. Hal Kempfer, a homeland security …

Woman’s Home Destroyed by Dynamite Detonation, Apologizes to Neighbors for Damage

HOLLADAY, Utah – A controlled detonation of dynamite in a home in Holladay resulted in damage to neighboring properties, prompting the homeowner to apologize for the inconvenience caused to residents in the area. Teri Wojcik, the 79-year-old homeowner, expressed regret for the unexpected situation, which stemmed from the removal of items stored by her late husband, a retired chemist. Returning to her residence for the first time since her husband’s passing in January, Wojcik encountered …

Man Arrested for Late-Night Explosive Detonation at Alabama Attorney General’s Office

Montgomery, Alabama – An Alabama man has been taken into custody for his involvement in detonating an explosive device outside the office of state Attorney General Steve Marshall in February. Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, 26, of Irondale, was charged with malicious use of an explosive and possession of an unregistered destructive device, according to the Justice Department. The arrest of Calvert came weeks after an explosive device exploded outside Marshall’s office in Montgomery around 3:45 …