(FOX40.COM) — A live explosive was found in the yard of a Sacramento home Sunday, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office.

SCSO said North Patrol deputies responded to a possible explosive device after the homeowner’s son dug in the yard and found what they thought could be “unexploded ordnance.”

Sacramento Sheriff’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal was called and nearby residents were evacuated.

(IMAGE: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office)

(IMAGE: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office)

(IMAGE: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office)

(IMAGE: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office)

The U.S. Air Force also responded after it was determined the item was legitimate. SCSO said the explosive was identified as a live 81mm mortar.

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The mortar was safely removed and destroyed without incident.

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