Authorities insist the missile is 'live' but unarmed, meaning the real danger comes from the activated booster.
launcher stuck in “go” mode. While the missile itself supposedly won’t explode, the unpredictable booster rocket poses a real threat, sending fragments raining down on busy shipping lanes and forcing authorities to shut down a major waterway.The glitch occurred aboard the HDMS Niels Juel, anchored near the Korsoer naval base. Authorities insist the missile is “live” but unarmed, meaning the real danger comes from the activated booster.
Recognizing the potential hazards, authorities swiftly established a safety perimeter. The Danish Maritime Authority cordoned off a significant portion of the Storebaelt strait, a major shipping artery connecting the Baltic and North Seas. Ships in the vicinity were directed to halt their movements, and a no-fly zone was imposed over the area.
While the immediate crisis has been averted and shipping restrictions lifted, the incident serves as a pointed reminder of the need for stringent safety protocols and meticulous accountability within military operations. The Danish Navy will undoubtedly face scrutiny as it investigates the root cause of this alarming malfunction.
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