Masts removed from bomb-laden WWII ship in Thames in bid to avoid explosion

A sunken US wartime ship in the Thames estuary has been made slightly safer after engineers removed its masts to prevent a potential explosion. The SS Richard Montgomery, which sank in 1944 with approximately 1,400 tonnes of unexploded munitions onboard, posed a significant threat to nearby coastal towns and London. The removal of the masts is a significant step in mitigating this risk, although the ship's remaining cargo still poses a threat. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of dealing with unexploded wartime ordnance in sensitive areas.

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The discovery of a bomb-laden WWII ship in the Thames poses a significant risk to the surrounding area. If the ship were to explode, it could cause widespread damage and disrupt economic activity.

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