Thanh Chuong district successfully detonated a 226 kg bomb with the detonator intact.
(Baonghean.vn) - On April 8, the Military Command of Ngoc Son commune coordinated with the Engineering Department, the Provincial Military Command, and the Military Command of Thanh Chuong district to successfully detonate a 500-pound bomb (weighing about 226 kg) left over from the war.
Accordingly, on the morning of April 6, people working on the road in Thach Son hamlet, Ngoc Son commune, Thanh Chuong district discovered a bomb with a diameter of about 25cm, a length of about 150cm, an estimated weight of about 500 pounds, and an intact detonator, an MK-82 bomb. Immediately after discovering the bomb, people reported the incident to local authorities.
Upon receiving the news from the people, the Military Command of Ngoc Son commune quickly sent forces to the scene, blocked off the bomb area, organized 24/7 vigilance to prevent people and livestock from approaching, and promptly reported to the District People's Committee and the Military Command of Thanh Chuong district for information and direction.
After studying and surveying the specific situation, using professional techniques, the Engineering Department of Nghe An Provincial Military Command neutralized the detonator, coordinated with the Thanh Chuong District Military Command and the Ngoc Son Commune Militia to transport the bomb to the bomb disposal area at Khe Trang, Thanh Thuy Commune, Thanh Chuong District to successfully destroy it, ensuring absolute safety for people and property./.