Did you hear or feel a loud boom in Cobb County this morning? Here’s what it was

COBB COUNTY, Ga. — If you are hearing loud, booming noises in Cobb County today, you should not be alarmed, officials say.

Channel 2 Action News received calls from neighbors on Friday morning stating there were noises that sounded like explosives were going off in the area.

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This is true, according to the Cobb County Police Department.

Channel 2 Action News has learned routine training is occurring at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, officials said.

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“The 94th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight will conduct explosives training at the EOD Proficiency Range today between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and Noon. Noises may seem louder than usual due to weather conditions,” officials said.

If you hear these noises in the area, you are encouraged not to call 911.

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