Two civilians suffered serious injuries in an explosion near Warsaw’s Rembertów military training ground Saturday.
Incident Summary
Military police announced late Saturday that two civilian bystanders were injured after entering a military training area in Warsaw-Rembertów against strict warnings. The explosion, which occurred at a military range in a forested area, involved a WWII-era ordnance.
Investigation
The military police noted that the exact origin of the ordnance and circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation and will be part of a formal official proceedings.
Emergency Response
The explosion prompted a major emergency response including a rescue helicopter, five fire departments, police, and multiple medical emergency teams assembled to the scene.