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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Whittaker

Suspected WWII device discovered in Plymouth as homes and schools evacuated

Plymouth WWII
  • More than 1,000 homes in Plymouth have been evacuated following the discovery of a suspected World War Two device at a building site.
  • A 400-metre cordon has been established in the Southway area of the city, leading to school closures and residents being advised to leave.
  • Royal Navy unexploded ordnance specialists have been working through the night to assess the device and plan its safe removal.
  • An evacuation centre has been set up at Southway Youth and Community Centre for affected residents.
  • Plymouth City Council has stressed that the device cannot be made safe until the evacuation is complete, urging residents to cooperate for their safety.

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More than 1,000 homes evacuated in Plymouth after suspected WWII device found

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