The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (EODD) of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) will be conducting Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) operation in Western Province from 1 to 9 June 2024.
The operations will cover the following communities.
- Ringgi, Vila, Teme, Biubiu, Kuzi, Hunda, Jack Harbour and surrounding communities on Kolombagara Islands.
- Communities on Kohinggo island including Nimunimu, Mboemboe, Niumala and coastal areas.
- Munda, Noro and surrounding areas on New Georgia Island
Acting Director of the RSIPF EOD Department, Inspector Clifford Tunuki says, “It is advisable that these mentioned communities report any sightings of UXOs while the team is visiting your areas so that those war remnants can be dealt with accordingly.”
Director Tunuki says, “This task is paramount in order to remove and destroy those UXOs that is endangering our lives, property and the environment. Working together with our Police is encouraged so that we can address all UXOs found in your areas.”
Inspector Tunuki call on the communities in the Western Province and across the country to report any sightings of any bombs through Police free toll line 999, the RSIPF EOD mobile 7495215 or to call in at any nearest Police Stations.