A controlled explosion is set to take place today after an unexploded World War II ordnance was found at a construction site off Station Road in East Tilbury. The device was discovered on Tuesday, November 5, around 11:30 a.m., leading to the establishment of a 500-meter cordon and the coordination of safety measures by local authorities and Ministry of Defence (MOD) specialists.
Chief Inspector Anthony Atkin, Thurrock district commander, thanked the public for their patience, stating, “All the proper procedures were immediately followed to ensure there was a wide enough cordon in place to protect the public. This will mean a controlled explosion, and this will have a temporary impact on the nearby rail and road network. These measures are a crucial precaution to ensure the safety of the public.”
Residents and travellers are advised to check National Rail Enquiries for updates on rail services and avoid the area during the controlled explosion. Further updates will be provided once the operation is complete.
