Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau

The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Bureau (EOD) is a specialized unit within the Hong Kong Police Force responsible for the safe handling and disposal of explosive ordnance, including unexploded bombs, grenades, and other hazardous devices. They are frequently called upon to deal with remnants of wartime munitions, a legacy of conflicts that affected Hong Kong in the past. The EOD is newsworthy due to recent discoveries of suspected wartime ordnance in Hong Kong. Specifically, they were deployed to a construction site in Kwu Tung North where they safely detonated a suspected wartime mortar round. Additionally, they responded to a report of a suspected wartime grenade found on a hillside near a residential area in Happy Valley. These incidents highlight the ongoing need for the EOD's expertise in identifying, securing, and neutralizing potentially dangerous explosives, ensuring public safety in Hong Kong.