Sandia to conduct controlled explosives test today

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Stephanie Holinka
slholin@sandia.gov
505-284-9227

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Sandia National Laboratories plans to conduct one controlled explosive test sometime between 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on April 20 at Sandia’s Coyote test field on the south side of Kirtland Air Force Base.

Some Albuquerque residents could hear some booms associated with the experiment. Some black smoke might be visible above the Base for a short time following the test.

The experiment supports Sandia’s national security missions.

Test dates and times are subject to change based on weather conditions. The alternate day for weather is April 21st from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

All hazards associated with the test are controlled. The test is being conducted in accordance with permits for Sandia’s test facilities and in compliance with all applicable environmental regulations.

 

Sandia National Laboratories is a multimission laboratory operated by National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc., for the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration. Sandia Labs has major research and development responsibilities in nuclear deterrence, global security, defense, energy technologies and economic competitiveness, with main facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Livermore, California.

Sandia news media contact

Stephanie Holinka
slholin@sandia.gov
505-284-9227