Summary
A cordon has been set up around a field near Tetbury after an unexploded device was uncovered. Emergency services are at the scene in Long Newnton following the discovery at around 9.50am on Monday, November 2. The item was found by construction workers and a 200m cordon has been set up around the site.
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Local homes have been evacuated and the device is expected to be detonated by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit this afternoon. Don’t let an algorithm decide what Gloucestershire news you see – click here to add GloucestershireLive as your preferred Google source.
The Great Tythe Barn, a popular wedding venue, said: “Earlier today, five items believed to be Second World War bombs were discovered in the grounds of our venue. “We contacted the police straight away, and the area was cordoned off while specialist bomb disposal experts were called in to assess the situation and deal with them safely.
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“Further items have since been found, and in line with standard protocol, the evacuation zone may be extended. “This situation is changing quickly. “We are asking everyone to stay away from the area and to follow the instructions of the emergency services at all times.
“We are grateful to the police and bomb disposal teams for their swift response.” We will keep you updated with our live blog below. Send us information or pictures if it is safe to do so here .
Report source: Gloucestershire Live
