LocationSt LeonardsThis morning, an unexploded ordnance discovery at Ashdown House on Sedlescombe Road North in...

Published: 3:23 pm May 9, 2024
Updated: 11:50 am October 8, 2025
EOD Officers called to Ordnance in St Leonards
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This morning, an unexploded ordnance discovery at Ashdown House on Sedlescombe Road North in St Leonards prompted an urgent response from local authorities. The ordnance was reported at approximately 9:30 AM, leading to immediate evacuations of nearby homes and businesses as a safety precaution.

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A cordon was established around the area while specialists from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team were summoned to handle the situation. After a thorough assessment and careful removal of the ordnance, the team successfully neutralised the potential threat.

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