A construction excavator dredging the Vltava River near Větřní, Czech Republic, uncovered a World War II-era American artillery mine on Tuesday. Authorities determined the munition posed an immediate threat due to the current high temperatures, raising the risk of spontaneous detonation. Experts swiftly transported the mine to a nearby field for controlled demolition. Pyrotechnicians successfully detonated the device, neutralizing the hazard. The discovery highlights the lingering dangers of unexploded ordnance in the region. The swift response prevented potential injury or damage.