news-military-history2.67 min read "WWII-Era Practice Bomb Discovered on Santa Cruz Beach Amid High Surf"
A World War II-era practice bomb was discovered on a California beach after high surf conditions. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office's bomb team and the Travis Air Force Base Explosive Ordnance Disposal team responded to the scene and determined the bomb was inactive and safe. The discovery coincided with hazardous sea conditions along the California coast, which caused significant waves and damage. The practice bomb was removed from the beach for safekeeping, highlighting the occasional appearance of military ordnance on shores years after conflicts have ended.
2 years ago•Source: USA TODAY
