Dangerous grenade still in Solomon Islands

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BY JOHN HOUANIHAU

A dangerous World War 2 (WWII) grenade is still here in the Solomon Islands.

This is according to Safe Signal UXO threat Solution, Solomon Islands.

“Warning: dangerous WWII grenade still found in Solomon Islands. British No. 69 Bakelite High Explosive Grenade,” a statement issued on the Safe Signal UXO threat Solution, Solomon Islands said.

According to the statement, the grenade is made of Bakelite plastic and can look like an old medicine bottle when covered with mud, but is deadly.

This grenade as mentioned, was used during WWII, often by U.S. forces in the Solomon Islands, especially on Guadalcanal.

Safe Signal UXO threat Solution, Solomon Islands also stated that the grenade is usually found in heaps around old battle zones in Guadalcanal and rarely on other islands.

Henceforth, the public is warned not to touch the grenade or pick it up.

“Even after 80+ years, these remnants of War (UXO) can still explode and cause serious injury or death.

“If you see something suspicious, call the Police, contact Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), mark the area and keep others away,” advised Safe Signal UXO threat Solution, Solomon Islands.

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  1. Can you also put the pictures of this deadly thing, so that the public can easily identify.

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