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public-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"WWII Practice Bomb Surfaces on Santa Cruz Beach, Jolting Community"

An inert WWII-era U.S. Navy practice bomb, identified as a Mk 15, Mod 2, was discovered washed up on Pajaro Dunes beach near Santa Cruz, California, following strong storm waves. The Santa Cruz Sheriff's office and Travis Air Force Base personnel responded to the scene, ensuring the ordnance was safe to transport. The bomb is now retained by Travis Air Force Base to prevent future concerns, highlighting occasional military remnants found along the coast due to intense surf conditions.

via The Daily Beast|

##bombdiscovery #militaryordnance

us-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"WWII-Era Practice Bomb Discovered on Santa Cruz Shoreline"

A World War II-era Navy practice bomb washed up on a California beach at Pajaro Dunes after heavy surf. The Santa Cruz County sheriff's bomb squad, upon inspection, determined it was an inert device with no explosive materials. The bomb, which was weathered and rusty, was safely removed by personnel from Travis Air Force Base and will remain in their possession. The discovery came after the area experienced evacuations due to powerful storms causing high waves along the coast.

via CNN|

##bombsquad #californiabeach