WorldMelting Dolomites glaciers expose cache of first world war munitions

The Italian army recovered and defused 250 explosives that emerged from retreating glaciers in the Dolomites, following hikers’ reports. The cache included Italian artillery shells and French mortar bombs dating from the first world war. A University of Bergamo professor linked the recurring discoveries to global heating and warned that the devices are dangerous; hikers are advised not to touch them and to report any finds to police.

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TThe Guardian★★☆☆☆2026-10-27 07:00Original