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Unexploded Bomb Discovered on Seaham Beach Safely Detonated Below Water Surface

Seaham, England – A potentially dangerous situation was averted when an unexploded bomb was discovered on Seaham beach and safely detonated underwater by authorities. The explosive device, believed to be from World War II, was found by a beachgoer who quickly alerted the authorities. The bomb disposal team worked efficiently to ensure the safety of the public and successfully detonated the bomb without incident. The discovery of unexploded ordnance is not uncommon in areas with …

Two Children Killed, Four Injured in Tragic Explosion of Unexploded Ordnance in Paktia Province

Paktia Province in Afghanistan is reeling from a tragic incident that claimed the lives of two innocent children, with four others left wounded. The explosion, caused by unexploded ordnance from previous conflicts, occurred in the Jani-Khel district on March 2nd, devastating a single family. Reports indicate that the children were handling the explosive material, intending to move it into their home when the tragedy unfolded as they started playing with it. The harrowing event underscores …

Unexploded WWII Bombs Pose Risk in Residential Area, Company Reports

Plymouth, England – St. Michael Avenue, located approximately 800m west of HMNB Devonport, is an area with a historical significance dating back to World War II. During the war, the city of Plymouth was a major target for the Luftwaffe, resulting in over 2,500 high explosive bombs being dropped, many of which struck residential areas. According to 1st Line Defence, a company specializing in managing risks associated with unexploded bombs, it is estimated that around …

Unexploded WWII Bomb Evacuates Thousands in Plymouth: Bomb Squad Prepares for Removal

Plymouth, United Kingdom – Thousands of residents in Plymouth, United Kingdom, have been forced to evacuate their homes as bomb disposal experts prepare to remove an unexploded Second World War bomb discovered in a residential back garden. The discovery of the 500kg German bomb, known as an unexploded ordnance (UO), prompted Devon and Cornwall Police to declare a major incident, leading to the evacuation of over 3,000 people from properties within a 309-meter radius of …