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Summit County Residents Alerted to Controlled Explosions During FBI and Bomb Squad Joint Training Next Week

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Published on May 09, 2025
Summit County Residents Alerted to Controlled Explosions During FBI and Bomb Squad Joint Training Next WeekSource: Google Street View

Residents of Green near Greensburg Road should be ready for a noisy start to next week, according to the Summit County Sheriff's Office. In a social media announcement, the office has alerted the public that the Summit County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad, alongside the FBI, is planning a joint training exercise at the local Training Center. Those in proximity may experience the sound of explosions on Monday, May 12, and possibly again on Thursday, May 15.

The Summit County Sheriff's Office stated, "The Summit County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad and FBI will be conducting another routine joint training exercise at our Training Center on Greensburg Road in Green next week." This notice serves to prepare those nearby for the controlled disruptions that may occur during the exercises.

Training operations such as these are essential for the bomb squads and security agencies to ensure that they are prepared for real-life emergency situations involving explosives. The cooperation between local law enforcement and federal agencies signifies the level of importance placed on these drills, aiming to ensure not only proficiency in explosive ordinance disposal but also to foster interagency teamwork and communication.