220-kg wartime bomb safely neutralised in Da Nang
A wartime bomb weighing more than 220kg has been safely defused by the Military Command of Da Nang city after being discovered in Tra Tan commune on October 2.
Local residents found the bomb while planting trees and promptly reported it to local authorities, the commune’s Military Command, and relevant units.
A bomb disposal team was dispatched to the site to survey the device, assess its type and level of danger, and take safety measures. The same day, specialised equipment was deployed to dismantle and transport the bomb to a safe location for detonation in line with regulations.
According to the city Military Command, the bomb measured more than one metre in length and had high destructive power, posing a serious threat to nearby communities.
The timely detection and disposal highlight both the vigilance of local residents and the professionalism of Da Nang’s armed forces in addressing wartime remnants and ensuring public safety.
240kg unexploded bomb safely removed by MAG in Quang Tri
VOV.VN - Mines Advisory Group (MAG), an international humanitarian organisation specialising in explosive ordnance disposal, reported on September 24 the successful discovery and safe removal of a 240kg unexploded bomb in central Quang Tri province, Vietnam.
