Stories from Devon · United Kingdom

A large explosion occurred near Oakwood Primary School in Devon, causing smoke to rise into the air. Residents were evacuated and a no-fly zone was established following the incident.

Authorities announced that a World War II bomb discovered at a building site in Devon must be detonated in situ. The site where the ordnance was found contains more than 1,000 homes. No injuries have been reported following the discovery. Officials stated that the explosive device will have to be detonated in situ where it was found. Authorities stated the bomb will be destroyed in a controlled manner. The source described the disposal as a victory for soft diplomacy. More than one thousand homes in Plymouth have been evacuated due to the device. The discovery occurred this afternoon, according to reports.