RSIPF bomb disposal team to clear UXO in Choiseul Province

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The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force says its Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department will work in Choiseul Province from 26 October to 30 October 2026.

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) will clear unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Choiseul Province from 26 October to 30 October 2026, the force said. The work will be done by its Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Department.

Police said the operations cover Tarekukure, Tarepasike, Supizae, Sagigae, Voza, Taro and surrounding communities, with teams working from 8am to 4pm each day. Controlled detonations will be set off at sites chosen for the work so that UXOs or bombs can be destroyed safely.

RSIPF EOD Department Director Inspector Clifford Tunuki urged residents in the affected areas to keep away while the work is under way. "For the safety of the public and our officers, people must stay away from designated operational areas whenever EOD activities and controlled detonations are taking place. Safety measures, including evacuations and roadblocks where necessary, will be enforced to protect communities during these operations," Inspector Tunuki said.

The RSIPF said communities would be told which sites are being used and what safety arrangements apply, and it asked residents to follow the instructions of EOD personnel and police officers on the ground.

Police also reminded people across Choiseul Province to report any suspected explosive ordnance, and said no one should handle or disturb it. Suspected UXO can be reported to the RSIPF EOD Department on 7495215 or to the nearest police station.

The RSIPF thanked the people of Choiseul Province for their cooperation, saying the operations reduce the risks posed by UXO.

Source: Based on a Royal Solomon Islands Police Force statement published on the Solomon Islands Government portal on 26 October 2026. https://solomons.gov.sb/rsipf-eod-to-conduct-uxo-operations-in-choiseul-province/