Explosive WWII Bomb Detonates at Miyazaki Airport

An explosion attributed to a World War II-era US bomb occurred at Miyazaki Airport in Japan on October 2, leading to the cancellation of 87 flights and the closure of the airport's runway. The blast created a crater approximately 7 meters long and 1 meter deep, but fortunately, there were no injuries reported. Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary, Hayashi Yoshimasa, confirmed the nature of the bomb and assured there were no risks of further explosions. The incident highlights the ongoing presence of unexploded ordnance from the war, as the airport frequently encounters such remnants. Repair work is set to be completed by Thursday morning, allowing operations to resume. The airport’s historical context as a former Japanese navy base adds to the significance of these discoveries.