On March 3, a construction worker uncovered the bomb while operating an excavator to clean a drainage system in Tran Phu residential quarter, Hung Tri ward, Ky Anh township.
Upon receiving the report, the engineering unit of the town’s Military Command promptly arrived at the site for inspection.
The bomb was measured over 1.5m in length, nearly 27cm in diameter and over 200kg in weight.
To ensure safety, the military engineers collaborated with local authorities to cordon off the site, then relocated and detonated the bomb in accordance with safety regulations.
Translated by Vu Huyen