Police in Northern Ireland have ordered the evacuation of over 400 homes in Newtownards, County Down, due to the suspected discovery of a World War II-era bomb. The device was found on Friday, prompting authorities to take swift action to ensure the safety of residents in the area, located about 9 miles east of Belfast.
The removal operation is expected to last more than five days, as authorities work diligently to secure and dispose of the potentially dangerous explosive. North Down and Ards District Commander Superintendent Johnston McDowell emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety above all else, stating, 'I appreciate the disruption that this has caused, however keeping people safe is paramount and we will not take any risks.'
