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250-kilogram bomb: a major intervention at Radovljica on Sunday
Slovenia🏛️ PoliticsCenter3 hr. ago

250-kilogram bomb: a major intervention at Radovljica on Sunday

An explosive device weighing 250 kilograms was discovered in Radovljica, Slovenia, prompting a large-scale intervention on Sunday. The bomb, of American origin, was identified by the state unit for deactivating unexploded ordnance (NUS) and secured in collaboration with police. The operation began at 7 AM and was expected to last until 1 PM. Coordination meetings were held among all involved services, including partial closure of air space around the area, affecting the Lesce airport, and disruption of rail traffic. Authorities warned residents to avoid the area out of curiosity, follow instructions received via mail or from the municipality, and not obstruct emergency services. During the operation, the bomb would be transported from the left bank to the right bank of the Savinja River, where a deactivation chamber was prepared. This move aimed to reduce the evacuation zone from 1,200 to 400 meters. The deactivation process involves removing two mechanical fuses, with the front fuse being damaged. If removal proves unsuccessful, further steps toward destruction would be taken. Civil protection authorities ensured safety through evacuations and restricted access, while fire and救援服务

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24ur (POP TV) logo24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenter3 hr. ago
250-kilogram bomb: a major intervention at Radovljica on Sunday

An explosive device weighing 250 kilograms was discovered in Radovljica, Slovenia, prompting a large-scale intervention on Sunday. The bomb, of American origin, was identified by the state unit for deactivating unexploded ordnance (NUS) and secured in collaboration with police. The operation began at 7 AM and was expected to last until 1 PM. Coordination meetings were held among all involved services, including partial closure of air space around the area, affecting the Lesce airport, and disruption of rail traffic. Authorities warned residents to avoid the area out of curiosity, follow instructions received via mail or from the municipality, and not obstruct emergency services. During the operation, the bomb would be transported from the left bank to the right bank of the Savinja River, where a deactivation chamber was prepared. This move aimed to reduce the evacuation zone from 1,200 to 400 meters. The deactivation process involves removing two mechanical fuses, with the front fuse being damaged. If removal proves unsuccessful, further steps toward destruction would be taken. Civil protection authorities ensured safety through evacuations and restricted access, while fire and救援服务

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