A shocked builder has dug up over 2,000 unexploded WW2 bombs whilst on site.
The excavator operator made the dangerous discovery after unearthing a load of artillery shells.
Bomb disposal units were rushed to the scene which was blocked off from the public.
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The earthworks operation in Jasionka, Rzeszów, Poland was shut down whilst police investigated the scene.
The explosives were found on Tuesday (9 Dec) around 11am, as reported by Need To Know.
Officers from the mine-laying and pyrotechnic reconnaissance group confirmed that the items found were unexploded shells from WW2.
On the day 750 artillery shells were pulled from the ground before the weather and approaching darkness called the search off.
The following day work continued with a further 1,314 shells were found – bringing the total to 2,064.
Sappers from the 21st Battalion of the Polish Army in Rzeszów were brought in to remove the bombs.
They were then taken away to be neutralised.
A spokesperson for the Rzeszów Municipal Police Headquarters said: “750 artillery shells were unearthed.
“Due to weather conditions and the approaching darkness, work was suspended until the following day.
“Officers from the Trzebownisko police station secured the area of the dangerous discovery throughout the night.
“If you find an unexploded ordnance, you should immediately notify the police.
“Do not touch or move the unexploded ordnance.
“It is also important to secure the site until the appropriate services arrive and prevent other people unaware of the threat from endangering themselves.”
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