Garrison Petawawa officials are sending out a reminder to area boaters about the possibility of encountering Unexploded Explosive devices along the Ottawa River beaches and shorelines. Military personnel say to obey all signage and buoys along the Garrison Petawawa bank of the Ottawa River from Black Point to Black Bear Beach. Do not enter any areas that are indicated as off limits.
If you find something that could be an unexploded device:
1. Don’t touch it! If disturbed, some UXO can explode causing death or injury.
2. Remember the location, mark it if possible, and leave the area the same way you came.
3. Call 911 or Garrison Petawawa’s Military Police at 613-687-5555 immediately to report what you found.
(Written by: Kyle Robinson)
