WWII-Era Artillery Shell Discovered in Kyiv Region
An artillery shell dating back to World War II was discovered and safely destroyed in the Kyiv region during spring field work. The incident occurred near the village of Andriivka in the Bucha district, where the 122 mm caliber shell was uncovered during land cultivation.
A pyrotechnic team from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine's Main Mobile Rapid Response Rescue Center was dispatched to the scene. The specialists safely removed the dangerous ordnance, transported it to a designated demolition site, and destroyed it via a controlled detonation.
Frequent Discoveries of Historic Ordnance
Discoveries of unexploded ordnance from the Second World War are a frequent occurrence in Ukraine. Recently, a shell from the same period was found in the territory of a garage cooperative in Brovary. Furthermore, in the village of Karpylivka, a farmer discovered a dangerous explosive item while working in a field.
- Experts remind the public that if a suspicious object is found, it must not be touched or moved.
- It is necessary to immediately call the emergency number 101.
This incident highlights the critical need for caution during agricultural work in areas where live munitions may still be buried. The ongoing discovery of decades-old explosives is a grim legacy of the intense fighting that occurred across Ukraine during WWII, a danger now compounded by remnants from the current conflict. Prompt professional response to such finds remains vital for public safety.
The recent safe disposal of a WWII-era artillery shell in the Kyiv region serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing risks posed by unexploded ordnance. Similarly, the Kyiv police recently responded to another dangerous situation involving a live warhead from a Russian drone. This incident underlines the importance of vigilance and swift action in ensuring public safety. For more details on this recent operation, you can read about the removal of the drone's live warhead.