The Department of National Defence confirmed on Saturday that a live explosive was found in Vernon’s Commonage Area.
The explosive, believed to be a mortar, was found in Vernon on Friday, though no precise location was given.
However, Vernon North Okanagan RCMP tweeted that the mortar was located south of the army camp and Allan Brooks Way.
Also, the City of Vernon issued a brief press release on Friday, stating that traffic was being detoured in the Commonage Area.
The press release, titled ‘Commonage Road temporary detour in effect,’ said:
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- One of Kimberly Proctor’s killers denied parole again, board believes he is still a risk
- Atmospheric river forces closure of all major highways between Lower Mainland, Interior
- Egypt and Iran protest Seattle FIFA match over Pride celebrations
The Department of National Defence said it was sending a unit to assist in the recovery of the mortar. All of the roads have since been reopened.
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From time to time, mortars are found in the area, remnants of military training from the past.
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