RSIPF EOD to Conduct Bomb Blast Operations in Western and Choiseul Provinces

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Department will conduct planned bomb blast operations in Western Province and Choiseul Province as part of ongoing efforts to safely dispose of unexploded ordnance (UXO).

In Western Province, the operations will be carried out in Munda and the surrounding communities and islands from Friday, 6 February to Thursday, 12 February 2026. The activities will take place daily between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.

In Choiseul Province, the bomb blast operations will be conducted inland at Tarekukure from Friday, 6 February to Saturday, 7 February 2026, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm each day.

Communities within these areas are strongly advised to keep clear of the operational sites while the bomb blast activities are in progress. Roadblocks will be enforced during the stated times to ensure public safety.

Affected communities will be duly informed of the specific operational sites, and the RSIPF kindly calls on all residents to cooperate with Police officers on the ground, as the safety of the public and officers remains the highest priority.

The RSIPF further urges communities in Western and Choiseul Provinces to continue reporting any sightings of unexploded ordnance.

Reports can be made directly to the RSIPF EOD via phone number 7495215 or to the nearest Police Station, so that these hazards can be safely addressed while EOD teams are deployed in the area.

The RSIPF thanks the public for their cooperation and continued support in keeping communities safe.