U.S-Made Bomb Explodes Near Airport Runway (Video)

Miyazaki Airport was rocked by an explosion on the morning of October 2, leading to the discovery of bomb fragments and a sinkhole on a taxiway connecting the runway to the parking area. Initial reports confirm that remnants of a U.S.-made 500-pound bomb were found at the site by Japan’s Self-Defense Forces, raising suspicions that the ordnance was responsible for the explosion.

Local authorities are actively investigating the incident, while the exact cause and circumstances surrounding the explosion remain unclear. The Miyazaki city fire department responded to an emergency call at around 8 a.m. from the airport, reporting the explosion but with no immediate details available.

The resulting sinkhole measured approximately 7 meters long, 4 meters wide, and 1 meter deep. This led to the temporary closure of the airport’s runway, forcing flights bound for Miyazaki to be rerouted. The runway closure is expected to remain in effect until at least 9:30 p.m. on October 2.

Miyazaki prefectural police have confirmed that the area around the airport has a history of unexploded ordnance being discovered, adding further weight to the suspicion that a buried bomb may have caused the blast.

Travelers were left stranded, including a 49-year-old businessman who was scheduled to return to Haneda Airport. “I’ve never experienced an airport shutdown due to something like this. I had to cancel my meeting in Tokyo, and now I’m just waiting. There’s really nothing I can do,” he said, reflecting the frustration of many others affected by the incident.

In a related development, a powerful earthquake struck off the southern coast of Japan, prompting a tsunami advisory in the region. Though the events are unrelated, the confluence of these two crises has added to the anxiety for those in and around Miyazaki.

The investigation into the explosion continues as authorities work to ensure the airport’s safety. Stay tuned for further updates.

Watch the shocking footage below: