Luke Pollard MP Member of Parliament for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
This is a helpful update from @plymouthcc for residents affected by the WW2 bomb found in Keyham. https://t.co/fiqSeW3Ibv
— Luke Pollard MP (@LukePollard) February 21, 2024
A number of people in Plymouth have been in touch with me who are understandably concerned and worried about the unexploded WWII bomb which has been found in Keyham.
This is an ongoing incident and while there is a lot of speculation being circulated online and on social media, it’s important that we listen to the most accurate and up-to-date information provided by the Police and Plymouth City Council.
The latest update is that bomb disposal experts are currently assessing all the measures needed to make the unexploded device in St Michael Avenue, Keyham, safe, including the potential need for further residents to temporarily leave their homes.
The current 200 metre cordon around the major incident on St Michael Avenue, Keyham, remains in place and will remain in place overnight tonight (Wednesday).
The decision about whether the 200 metre cordon needs to be extended or not and the next steps for affected residents will be communicated in due course.
Updates are available on https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/major-incident-updates which will include information about the support that will be available to residents with any further evacuation and an FAQs section.
Residents who live within the cordoned off area and are unable to stay with friends or family, are being asked to call the Council on 01752 668000 where they can receive advice. This helpline will be available throughout the night.
I want to say a huge thank you the team at the Beacon and North Prospect Library for the brilliant work they are doing to provide a safe space for evacuees.
The Beacon Centre is being kept open by Plymouth Community Homes and staffed until 10pm. The café will continue to provide free tea, coffee and hot food to evacuated residents.
The community in Keyham has had to deal with a lot in recent years. It’s vital we draw on the powerful sense of community in the area and look after one another at this time.