Monday 19th of June 2007 During the excavations at Rue de Capelle, Komen, ammunition has been found. The demining service (Dovo) arrived on location and founds nearly 70 obusses, dated back to WW1, between a metal support. Previously the employees perceived an awkward smell and they evacuated the zone. After Dovo took some samples around the field, it seemed to be contaminated with Mustard gas (Yperite) and fosgene.

Because of the discovery, aDeDe and Dovo  worked closely together to safely excavate the rest of the ammunition. aDeDe guaranteed the detection and uncovering while Dovo guaranteed the removal and destruction of toxic ordnance.

     
_{excavating ammunition}

To avoid the danger of contamination, the inhabitants in the nearest surroundings were evacuated during the action and the street was sealed off by the police.

The explosive experts wore gas masks, protection suits, chemical resistant gloves and boots to protect themselves against contamination. At the same time a decontamination zone had been arranged where the clothing and material could be completely disinfected, after leaving the work zone. 

  
_{decontamination in the decontaminationzone}

The good communication with the Mayer, the police and the emergency services, allowed to react efficiently in case of an emergency.

Eighty obusses were removed safely.

      
_{encountered ammunition - wrapped up obusses, ready for removal by Dovo}

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