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Don't Panic! Unexploded shell scare shuts down West Somerset

Discussion in 'Steam Railway' started by Thomas Bright, May 21, 2016.

  1. Thomas Bright

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    Watchet station on the West Somerset Railway, near to where the suspected unexploded ordnance was found on May 18, causing the WSR to suspend its services until it was safely removed. Credit: Classic Traction

    The discovery of a wartime relic near Watchet station forced the West Somerset Railway to suspend its services on May 18.

    WSR General Manager Paul Conibeare said: “A member of our permanent way team discovered the object beside the line during a routine check. The emergency services were called, and we suspended our train services."

    Trains began running again once an Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit had removed the item, believed to be a Second World War anti-aircraft shell.

    Mr Conibeare went on to say: “I am immensely proud of all of our staff, and I thank them all for their quick actions and professionalism in ensuring the safety of our passengers.”

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    Thomas Bright, May 21, 2016
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