Rivenwood Incident: FAQs

**Please see download below for information on the safe return to your property**

A Community Assistance Centre will be open from 9am to 1pm tomorrow (Wednesday 21 August) at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex.  Any residents affected by the incident can come to the centre and speak with Council staff, who will be able to provide advice or signposting to appropriate agencies.

Return to Properties 

Ards and North Down District Commander Superintendent Johnston McDowell said: "Following the controlled explosion of a World War Two bomb in the Rivenwood area of Newtownards this afternoon, I can now confirm that all local residents can return to their homes. I appreciate the scale of disruption caused while we worked to ensure the safety of everyone in the area and I would like to thank those affected for their patience and understanding."

If you have been affected by this incident, please read the FAQ documents below.

Information for Residents Returning to their Homes 20.08.24 5pm (PDF, 133 KB) (opens new window)

Rivenwood FAQs 20 August 2024 (PDF, 78 KB) (opens new window)

Rivenwood FAQs 19 August 2024 (PDF, 87 KB) (opens new window)