Bightwhite

A World War II-era bomb, weighing an impressive 130 kilograms, was safely detonated off the coast of Langeland, a southern Danish island. The ordnance, discovered when a fisherman’s net inadvertently snagged it, could have posed a serious threat if not for swift and expert intervention by the Danish navy. The incident highlights the enduring dangers of unexploded ordnance (UXO) left behind from past conflicts and the importance of vigilance in addressing these hidden hazards. Swift Response Prevents Disaster The Danish navy’s explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) team promptly responded to the alert. Given the volatile nature of the bomb, they decided against transporting it to a different location, opting instead for an on-site detonation. The team carefully returned the bomb to the sea and attached a 10-kilogram explosive charge. This setup ensured a controlled detonation, carried out 15 meters (49 feet) below the surface, effectively neutralizing the threat while minimizing risks to p...