Mine

Mine event in Quang Tri, Quang Tri Town area, Viet Nam on Mon 25th January 2010

25th January 2010

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Just within one working day, by using the combined large-loop and manual detectors, the team found and unearthed a total of 131 items of unexploded ordnance (UXO) with mechanical assistance from an excavator to support with intrusive work. When the team first conducted its clearance activities, via the team's community liaison officer, it was reported by the local residents that the site might have deeply buried anti-tank mines.

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Quang Tri ( Quang Tri Town area )

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