Bomb experts examined the mortars . White phosphorous can create an intense and persistent burn . If it comes in contact with skin , however , white phosphorus creates an intense and persistent burn . The mortar was found to have a hole in it, which is consistent with being hit by shrapnel or small arms fire from insurgents firing at them.
Bomb experts examined the mortars . White phosphorous can create an intense and persistent burn . The mortar was found to have a hole in it, which is consistent with being hit by shrapnel or small arms fire from insurgents firing at them.