Controlled explosion of undetonated WW2 bomb in sea involving HM Coastguard and the Royal Navy Bomb Disposal

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Dramatic footage shows the moment an undetonated bomb left over from World War Two explodes in the sea.

Incredible video captures the moment when an unexploded bomb was detonated in a controlled explosion off the British coast. The Navy Bomb Disposal team and Hartlepool Coastguard Rescue Team dealt with the left over WW2 explosive, which was discovered at Nose's Point.

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Posting on social media, HM Coastguard said: “As the video shows, even historic ordnance is extremely dangerous and if discovered follow these steps: Do not move or touch, Move back to a safe location, Call 999 and ASK FOR THE COASTGUARD.”

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