The Army still has not made a final decision what to do with an unexploded WW2 Bomb in Plymouth . But what does the local government plan to do and what measures are in place to keep citizens safe? Read on as WW2 is coming back to bite.
The police were called at 1036 GMT on Tuesday (20/2/24) after it had been found in a garden on St Michael Avenue, located in the Keyham area near to the Devonport dockyard, which was heavily bombed to damage nearby naval facilities.
Plymouth City Council has said 1219 properties have been evacuated and approximately 3250 people have been displaced. However, a number of residents are refusing to leave. This comes as the exclusion zone is expanded from 200m (656ft) to 309m (1014ft).
The police have called the event “challenging” and thanked residents for their patience. Supt Phil Williams has allowed residents to go back for certain items, such as medication, and pets.
Plymouth City Council ways the Life Centre will continue to offer support for those evacuated. They reported more than 340 people turned up for help.
Some parents have chosen to keep their children at home, as some schools are on the edge of the cordon, believing it not to be safe.
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By Ieuan Yr9
Carre’s Grammar School, Sleaford