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300+ homes evacuated in Cornwall after WWII bomb discovery

A suspected 250kg American ordnance found underwater near Falmouth Docks triggers a major evacuation.

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What to know

  • A suspected 250kg American WWII bomb was discovered underwater near Falmouth Docks in Cornwall, prompting the evacuation of 300+ homes.
  • A 750-metre cordon was established; Explosive Ordnance Disposal officers and Royal Navy mine-clearance divers were deployed to the scene.
  • Residents were urged to avoid the area and follow instructions from emergency services personnel.

“We would like to thank local residents, businesses and members of the public for their patience and cooperation while this incident is ongoing.”

Superintendent Vicky Howell, Devon and Cornwall Police · RTE News ↗

Superintendent Vicky Howell Devon and Cornwall PoliceCornwall Council Local authority

300+ homes evacuated in Cornwall after WWII bomb discovery
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    Suspected WWII bomb discovered near Falmouth Docks

    A suspected 250kg American ordnance was found in water near Falmouth Docks off the coast of Cornwall. The device was located approximately 40 metres off Pendennis Headland.

    1. 1 outlet Suspected unexploded WWII bomb prompts evacuation in UK

      first by RTE News, 23h ago

    • 🚨🇬🇧 300+ homes are being evacuated in Cornwall, UK, after a 250kg unexploded U.S. bomb from WWII was discovered underwater near Falmouth Docks. Royal Navy mine-clearance divers are working on the air-dropped bomb, which was found roughly 40 meters off Pendennis Headland, while

      @MarioNawfalX21h ago22▲view on X ↗
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    Specialist Explosive Ordnance Disposal officers deployed

    Specialist EOD officers and Royal Navy mine-clearance divers were deployed to the scene to manage the suspected unexploded device safely.

    “Specialist Explosive Ordnance Disposal officers are on the scene and we are working closely with our partner agencies to manage the incident safely.”
    — Superintendent Vicky Howell
  3. background

    Evacuation of 300+ homes begins — Cornwall Council and Devon and Cornwall Police established a 750-metre cordon and urged residents within the area to leave their homes immediately.