Construction of a new primary school in Nghệ An province, Vietnam, was immediately halted after workers unearthed a 250kg unexploded bomb. The discovery occurred while excavating the site for the school’s foundation. Authorities have secured the area and are preparing to safely dispose of the ordnance. The bomb is believed to be a remnant of past conflicts. Local officials have not yet announced a timeline for resuming construction, pending the bomb’s removal. This incident highlights the continued presence of unexploded ordnance in certain regions of Vietnam, posing risks to development and public safety. The area remains cordoned off to ensure public safety during the disposal process.