Explosion at U.S. Military Base in Okinawa Injures Four Japanese Soldiers
An explosion at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa injured four Japanese soldiers during an inspection of unexploded ordnance, prompting an investigation by the SDF.
Overview
- An explosion occurred at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, injuring four Japanese soldiers during an ordnance inspection.
- The incident marks the first accident involving Japan's unexploded ordnance disposal unit since 1974.
- Injuries sustained by the soldiers are reported to be non-life-threatening, according to officials.
- The Okinawa prefectural government is managing the situation and the investigation into the explosion.
- Hundreds of tons of unexploded wartime bombs remain buried in Japan, posing ongoing risks to safety.
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"…The four soldiers sustained finger injuries while working at a facility that belongs to Okinawa prefecture and temporarily stores unexploded ordnance, mostly from wartime and found on the island."
Military Times·22d·FAQ
The explosion occurred at a storage depot for unexploded ordnance during an inspection by Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force members. The specific cause of the explosion is under investigation.
The four injured soldiers are not in critical condition, and their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.
This incident marks the first accident involving Japan's unexploded ordnance disposal unit since 1974.
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