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WWII mine neutralization near Świnoujście completed
Military divers Divers from the 8th Coastal Defense Flotilla 12th Minehunter Squadron have commenced the neutralization of successfully neutralized five British aerial naval mines from World War II in the Baltic Sea. near Świnoujście, Poland. The mines, identified as Mark IV, V, and VI types, were discovered by a civilian company during seabed clearing operations for the ‘Przylądek Pomerania’ government project, which involves the construction of a new breakwater at the outer port in Świnoujście, Poland. deep-water container terminal. The explosives, weighing a total of 3.5 tons, contained a combined explosive force equivalent to 2.5 tons of TNT. Located at a depth of approximately 10 meters and roughly 1,000 meters approximately one kilometer from the Świnoujście LNG terminal, each device measures about 3 meters in length. The total explosive payload is estimated to be between 2,500 and 3,500 kilograms of TNT equivalent. The neutralization operation is scheduled to take place between October 5 and October 8 Gasport breakwater, the devices were handled using a deflagration method designed to minimize environmental and infrastructural impact. To manage the high risk, authorities have established maritime and land safety zones. This includes a prohibition on vessels approaching impact by burning the site and a swimming ban along explosive material rather than causing a stretch full detonation. The operation was completed ahead of beach extending from Międzyzdroje schedule due to Ahlbeck, Germany. As favorable sea conditions. Throughout the operation continues, a swimming process, authorities enforced strict maritime and water sports ban has been implemented along a 20-kilometer stretch of the Baltic Sea coast, affecting the German island of Usedom coastal safety restrictions between Ahlbeck, Germany, and parts of Poland. The restriction remains in effect until October 8. Due Międzyzdroje, Poland, to manage the high risks associated with the proximity of the site explosives to the German-Polish border, the safety zone extends to German seaside resorts such as Heringsdorf, where coast and local authorities have posted warning signs at beach access points. While swimming is prohibited, excursion ships are permitted to continue operating in the area. infrastructure.