Explosion and Injuries from Boating Debris on Amrum Beach
Multiple incidents on Amrum involve dangerous objects found on beaches leading to serious injuries and warnings from authorities. A 55-year-old man found a deep-sea buoy on the beach and took it home, where he drilled into it and caused a gas leak, resulting in life-threatening burns. He was airlifted to a hospital in Hamburg with severe injuries. Initially believed to be munitions, the object was later identified as a metal buoy, possibly a World War II relic, with police cautioning against handling unknown objects on beaches due to risks such as munitions, chemical substances, or remnants of war. The police and bomb disposal units are investigating, emphasizing the danger of unexploded ordnance, including shells, grenades, and munitions containing white phosphorus, which can be mistaken for harmless debris like amber. Authorities advise immediate reporting of suspicious items to the police. Recent efforts in the region include the successful removal of World War II munitions from the Baltic Sea, with nearly 20 tons of bombs, shells, and cartridges recovered. The incidents highlight ongoing risks associated with historical military remnants washed ashore or found underwater, and the need for caution among beachgoers.
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