Police and army experts successfully conducted a controlled explosion of a WWII German bomb in Newtownards, reflecting their commitment to public safety and expertise in handling munitions.
Superintendent Johnston McDowell emphasized the danger the SC-500 German bomb posed and credited the successful operation to the skills of the military’s 321 EOD and search squadron.
The bomb, discovered at a construction site, prompted the evacuation of over 400 homes, which highlights the significant public safety concerns related to unexploded ordnance.
The historical context of Newtownards during WWII, particularly the heavy bombing from Luftwaffe raids, underscores the lasting impact of the conflict on the region, with this bomb being a remnant.
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