Baltic Sea
World War II bombs poison the Baltic Sea
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Unexploded bombs dumped in the Baltic Sea after World War II are leaking toxins, posing a growing threat to the environment. Scientists warn of a race against time to address the contamination before it worsens.
Unexploded World War II bombs poison the Baltic Sea
Thousands of unexploded bombs from World War II lie on the Baltic Sea bed, leaking toxic substances that threaten marine life. Swedish Armed Forces and experts are racing against time to defuse them before damage becomes irreversible. The issue is urgent as leaks of TNT and heavy metals already impact fish and ecosystems.
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