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Harmless Grenades Found at Rivington Reservoir, Area Reopens

4/20/2025

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A tense situation unfolded at Rivington Reservoir in Lancashire on April 19 when locals stumbled upon two suspected grenade-type devices. Emergency services, including a bomb squad, swiftly arrived, only to discover the devices were harmless deactivated training grenades from the mid-20th century. Thankfully, the area is now safe and reopened for public enjoyment.

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Story summary

A tense situation unfolded at Rivington Reservoir in Lancashire on April 19 when locals stumbled upon two suspected grenade-type devices. Emergency services, including a bomb squad, swiftly arrived, only to discover the devices were harmless deactivated training grenades from the mid-20th century. Thankfully, the area is now safe and reopened for public enjoyment.