Bomb Squad Blasts 2-Inch Mortar Found in Brighton
A four-man bomb disposal team from Southern Diving Unit 2 sprang into action yesterday after construction workers in Brighton uncovered a 2-inch mortar bomb.
Royal Navy Teams Ready 24/7 Despite COVID-19
Even amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Royal Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams remain on constant standby. Their mission: to support civil authorities and keep the public safe from deadly explosives.
Dangerous Device Destroyed on the Spot
Sussex Police called in the experts, who judged the British-made bomb too risky to move. The team safely destroyed it right where it was found, securing the area with a cordon and blast mitigation measures.
Spot a Suspected Bomb? Stay Back and Call Police
If you ever discover anything that looks explosive, do not touch it. Step back and alert the police immediately.
Photos courtesy of HM Naval Base Portsmouth
