Coastguard warning after unexploded bomb found on North Norfolk beach
Bomb disposal teams from Colchester had to be called in earlier this week
The coastguard has issued a warning after an unexploded bomb was found on Walcott beach in North Norfolk earlier this week.
An explosive shell, believed to date back to World War II, was unearthed on Monday, forcing the evacuation of nearby homes while it was safely disposed of.
An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team from the 11 EOD and Search Regiment Royal Logistic Corps was called in from Colchester to deal with the situation.
It's lead to a new warning from the Maritime and Coastguard Agencym, urging the public to 'be mindful' of objects that may turn up on local beaches.
Its rare for such dangerous items, like bombs or ammunition, to wash up on the shore. However bad weather and high tides can lead to the objects turning up on local beaches
A spokesperson for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency said:
“If you see an ordnance or an object of an unusual size or shape, especially after bad weather or a high tide, it could be an unexploded ordnance.
Please don’t touch it or move it. Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. They will take the necessary steps with the relevant partner authorities to keep people safe.”