The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department (EODD) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) is conducting Unexploded Ordnance (UXOs) Render Safe Operation in Western Province as of Thursday, 29 August 2024.
Assistant Commissioner (AC) National Operation Everlyn Thugea in a statement issued by Police Media Unit said, the operation will be led by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with contributions from New Zealand, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Korea, and Japan.
She said, the operation will be cover areas such as Kuzi, Ringgi, Teme, and Lolu on Kolombangara Island, as well as Niu Mala, Mboemboe, and nearby communities on Kohinggo Island.
Munda, Noro, Sasavele, Nusa Roviana, Baeroko, Enoghae, and surrounding communities on New Georgia Island are also in the area of operation.
Thugea added, “We must work together to ensure those residing in the operation area are safe. UXOs are remnants of the past conflicts that continue to pose significant risks to the safety and well-being of individuals at the affected areas in the Solomon Islands.”
For safety reasons there will be safe evacuations of people and road blocks in mentioned areas above during the operation.
The communities that will be affected will be notified prior to the operation.
