WW2 Bomb Found on Whitstable Beach Sparks Bomb Squad Call-Out
Bomb disposal experts rushed to Long Rocks in Whitstable this afternoon (Monday) after Kent Police reported a World War 2 unexploded bomb discovery.
Local Spotter Raises Alarm, Area Now Locked Down
A local resident spotted the suspicious device and alerted police, who called in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team from the Royal Logistic Corps to secure the bomb.
The zone between the Promenade and the Skate Park has been cordoned off. Authorities are urging the public to steer clear while EOD experts wait for the tide to recede before making the device safe.
Coastguard Warns: Watch for Strange Beach Finds After Bad Weather
A UK Coastguard spokesman said: “While it’s rare to find unexploded ordnance on our beaches, storms and high tides – especially in spring and autumn – can unearth dangerous objects.
If you spot anything unusually shaped or rusty, don’t touch it. Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. They’ll handle it safely with partner agencies.”
For more tips and coastal safety guidance, visit the HM Coastguard website. Keep safe and stay smart around the shore!
