A US bomb from World War II explodes at a Japanese airport, causing a large crater in a taxiway
I was absolutely shocked when I read about the US bomb from World War II exploding at a Japanese airport, causing a large crater in a taxiway. The thought that such a powerful and destructive weapon, dormant for over 80 years, could suddenly go off without warning is truly frightening. It’s a relief that no one was hurt in the explosion, but the potential for a catastrophic disaster was certainly there, especially if a plane had been in the vicinity.
The footage of the explosion shows a massive geyser of asphalt, a stark reminder of the destructive power of war and the remnants it leaves behind.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker