Unexploded ordnance found in South Kohala

Hawai‘i Island police responded to a call of a possible unexploded ordnance discovered off Waikōloa Road this morning.

South Kohala patrol officers responded to the 8 a.m. call where the ordnance was found in the middle of a field, but could not determine its volatility. Due to the remote location of the site, no homes, businesses, or roadways were affected and police are coordinating with the U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Division for disposal of the 75 mm projectile.

Police are reminding Hawai‘i Island residents of the three R’s when dealing with explosives: “Recognize, Retreat, and Report.”

Recognize – when you may have encountered a munition, and that munitions are dangerous.
Retreat – do not approach, touch, move, or disturb it, but carefully leave the area.
Report – call and advise the police of what you saw and where you saw it.

Residents who may find explosives should leave the area and when at a safe distance, call 911 or the police department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.