WWII Bomb Detonated at Orlen's Litvinov Refinery

Czech police successfully detonated a World War II bomb at Orlen's Litvinov refinery. The refinery's operations had been halted since the bomb was found. No significant damage was reported following the explosion, which was carefully contained with sandbags after several days of preparation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-08-2024 16:26 IST | Created: 30-08-2024 16:26 IST
WWII Bomb Detonated at Orlen's Litvinov Refinery
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Czech police successfully detonated a World War II bomb at Orlen's Litvinov refinery last week. Refinery operations had been halted since the bomb's discovery, causing potential economic setbacks.

Police reports on social media indicated that the detonation resulted in no significant visible damage. Extensive precautions, including the construction of a sandbag barrier, were put in place during the days leading up to the controlled explosion.

The event was broadcast live on Czech television, concluding without any noted complications, ensuring the safety of both personnel and infrastructure.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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