Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Lower Thames Estuary area, United Kingdom on Tue 18th June 2024

18th June 2024

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Mariners are advised that unexploded ordnance (UXO) has been discovered in the following position:

Latitude 51˚ 30’.11 N Longitude 001˚ 02’.41 E

In the interests of safety, vessels are advised to keep at least 100m clear of the above position at all times. Vessels are particularly cautioned against anchoring, trawling or otherwise interacting with the seabed in the vicinity of the above position.

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United Kingdom (GBR)

( Lower Thames Estuary area )

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