200kg MK82 bomb unearthed during Long An ditch excavation

The bomb was discovered beneath the water trench.


The MK82 bomb weighs approximately 200kg. Photo: AD

While digging a water ditch, residents in Long An uncovered a highly lethal 200kg MK82 bomb, a remnant from the war era.

On May 13, the Military Command of Duc Hue District (Long An Province) coordinated with relevant forces to safely handle and dispose of the MK82 bomb, which weighed approximately 200 kilograms and posed a serious explosive threat.

Three days prior, while digging a trench next to his house in Binh Hoa Nam Commune, local resident Ho Van Dang unearthed the bomb buried beneath the soil. Recognizing the danger, he immediately reported the discovery to the commune’s military command.

Authorities quickly arrived at the scene, cordoned off the area, and evacuated residents to a safe distance.

Upon inspection, the bomb was identified as an MK82 model, known for its high explosive potential and severe lethality. Experts warned that improper handling could trigger detonation, making it a serious public safety hazard.

A military engineering team successfully defused, dismantled, and safely destroyed the bomb in accordance with technical procedures, ensuring complete safety for residents and surrounding areas.


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