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15/08/2014
Unexploded Bomb Found Near Gatwick Airport
Workmen have uncovered an unexploded wartime bomb near Gatwick airport.
The 1.5ft shell was found on the A23 London Road in Crawley, which leads to the airport.
The road has been closed in both directions but it is understood that airport is operating as normal.
An Army bomb disposal team are on site examining the device.
People travelling to Gatwick have been advised to use Gatwick Road.
(MH/CD)
The 1.5ft shell was found on the A23 London Road in Crawley, which leads to the airport.
The road has been closed in both directions but it is understood that airport is operating as normal.
An Army bomb disposal team are on site examining the device.
People travelling to Gatwick have been advised to use Gatwick Road.
(MH/CD)
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