How to stay away
from the Danger ZONE
at Dolly Sods in the Monongahela National Forest, West
Virginia with me, Wally the Woodchuck.
Hi
kids, I’m Wally the Woodchuck. I live here at Dolly Sods.
Today,
we are going to look and learn
about the danger ZONE at Dolly Sods.
The
danger ZONE is anywhere you find UXO.
What
are UXO? UneXploded Ordnance
UXO
are mortars, bullets, etc…
All
UXO are dangerous!
During
World War II the United States Army used Dolly Sods for target practice.
Some
of the ammunition, mortar shells, and other UXO are
still IN the ground.
I
would like you to learn the three important rules of UXO
safety.
If
you learn what to do, you can keep friends, family, and yourself safe
on your visit here.

Spot
UXO
can be found in many shapes and sizes. UXO can be new
or old, shiny or rusty, clean or dirty.
Here
are some photos to help you spot UXO. Clean, new and
shiny UXO. Dirty, old and rusty UXO.
Do
not touch anything that can be UXO.
All
UXO can kill or injure.
If
you spot UXO stay at least 50 feet away.
To point out UXO;
1. Make an arrow using rocks.
2. Hang a bandana or
3. Make an arrow with sticks.
Walk Away
Leave the area
Go back the way you came
Call
Tell an adult to call 1-888-283-0303
Hey
kids, to stay safe here at Dolly Sods you must know three important
rules of UXO safety
Spot
Walk Away
Call 1-888-283-0303