It was, officials said, an 'anomaly'.
A Trident II ballistic missile is one of the UK’s last resorts A nuclear Trident missile – estimated to have firepower rivalling Hiroshima – misfired and crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. In what is the second flop for Britain after the last trial launch in 2016 failed, the test was carried out from the HMS Vanguard off the coast of Florida. The 60-tonne dud missile’s boosters failed as it was propelled from the Royal Navy submarine before ‘plopping’ into the sea just near the sub.
How powerful is a Trident missile? A Trident submarine carries enough nuclear firepower that it could cause more than 10,000,000 civilian casualties, packed with about 40 nuclear warheads rammed into eight missiles. That’s a lot of firepower, according to experts. One sub’s worth of nuclear arms alone is greater than the explosive power of bombs dropped in World War II – including the two atomic bombs that shattered Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Trident missile misfired and crashed into ocean during rare test launchThe Ministry of Defence said an 'anomaly' occurred during the drill off the coast of Florida but insisted the nuclear deterrent 'remains safe, secure and effective'.
Read more »
Border bill fails; Trump eyes Colorado appealThe latest news in US politics, with coverage of Joe Biden and the Democrats, Donald Trump and the Republicans plus daily updates about the 2024 US election.
Read more »
Rain fails to dampen delight at Wellington's inaugural Pancake Day 'Pan-Tefalon' celebrationDespite a downpour, a flipping great time was had by all at Wellington's inaugural Pancake Day 'Pan-Tefalon'.
Read more »
How the humble dividend might rise againMeta’s move to start the payouts could signal an upcoming switch in investor mindset
Read more »
The Return of ‘The World’s Most Expensive Watch’The gold-on-gold 1979 Piaget Polo rides again
Read more »
Former England striker Michael Owen would 'swap eyes' with son to help him see againFormer England striker Michael Owen expresses his willingness to exchange eyes with his son, James Owen, who was diagnosed with Stargardt disease at the age of eight. James, who comes from a family of footballers, aspired to follow in his father's footsteps. However, his condition has affected his ability to track passes and notice player movements on the field.
Read more »