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Unexploded WW2 bomb dredged at Portsmouth Harbour

Restrictions have been lifted after a 500lb WW2 bomb was found at Portsmouth Harbour during dredging work for the Royal Navy's new aircraft carriers. It has been safely detonated at sea off the Isle of Wight. Trains and ferries were cancelled and residents advised to stay in their homes following the discovery.

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PHOTO: the moment bomb was detonated at sea

The WW2 bomb which was found at Portsmouth Harbour earlier today has been safely detonated at sea by the Royal Navy.

It was detonated off the Isle of Wight after being discovered during dredging work for the Royal Navy's new aircraft carriers.

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