July 10, 2025 | 22:17 (GMT+7)
Bac Ninh to safely detonate 100kg wartime bomb with live fuse
A 100kg bomb with an intact fuse, believed to be a war remnant, has been discovered in a garden in Northern Bac Ninh province, according to the provincial Military Command.
The bomb, identified as an AN-M88 general-purpose bomb, was found on July 8 by a resident while levelling his garden in Mau Son hamlet, Luc Nam commune. The unexploded ordnance was buried about 50cm underground.
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The bomb was buried about 50cm underground and found on July 8 by a resident in in Mau Son hamlet, Luc Nam commune. |
Immediately after receiving the report, military engineers were deployed to survey, verify the bomb's origin, and secure the site. Warning signs and barriers were installed, and round-the-clock guards were assigned to ensure safety.
The bomb, still in intact condition with a dangerous fuse, is scheduled to be transported to National Firing Range Zone 1 on the night of July 10 for controlled detonation.
Source: VNA