WWII Bomb Explodes at Japanese Airport
US Second World War-era bomb explodes near runway at Japanese airport
A 500-pound US bomb from World War II exploded at Miyazaki Airport in southwestern Japan, causing a runway shutdown and the grounding of 87 flights. According to Land and Transport Ministry officials, there were no aircraft nearby at the time of the explosion, which was confirmed by an investigation by the Self-Defense Forces. Videos showed the blast spewing pieces of asphalt into the air. The officials stated that there was no further danger.
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