Bomb disposal in Cottbus leads to train disruptions

World War Bomb - Bomb disposal in Cottbus leads to train disruptions

Planned Bomb disposal in Cottbus results in several disruptions to trains between 9.00 AM and 12.00 PM on Sunday. The lines RE2, RE10, RE18, RB43 and RB49 are affected, according to Deutsche Bahn. The railway advises passengers to check the actual departure and arrival times online just before starting their journey. The RBB reported on this earlier.

Disruptions in overview:

• The RE2 line will be disrupted between Vetschau and Cottbus Hbf during the stated period. Whether a replacement bus service will be set up, according to DB information, is still open.
• The RE10 and RB43 lines will be disrupted between Calau and Frankfurt (Oder). The railway suggests using the trains of lines RE1 and RE7 with a transfer at Berlin Ostkreuz as an alternative.
• The RE18 and RB49 lines will be disrupted between Drepkau and Cottbus Hbf.
• The RB43 line will be disrupted between Cottbus Hbf and Calau.

Unearthed World War II bomb on construction site

A 250 kilogram World War II bomb, discovered on the construction site of the new Cottbus railway works on Friday, will be defused on Sunday at the location, according to the city of Cottbus. The German-made detonator with a Russian fuse is reportedly located about four meters deep. Large evacuations are not necessary for the disposal.

1. The train failure on the RE2 line due to the German Railways' handling of the World War II bomb in Cottbus has led to significant consequences for passengers traveling between Vetschau and Cottbus Hbf.
2. The disruption of the RE10 and RB43 lines between Calau and Frankfurt (Oder) is a result of the ongoing bomb disposal operation, prompting passengers to consider alternative routes via RE1 and RE7 with a transfer at Berlin Ostkreuz.
3. The unexpected traffic disruptions on Sunday, caused by the bomb disposal operation led by German Railways, have affected the RE18 and RB49 lines, impacting travel between Drepkau and Cottbus Hbf.
4. The bomb disposal team's efforts to handle the unearthed World War II bomb in Calau have resulted in the disruption of the RB43 line between Cottbus Hbf and Calau, potentially causing delays for commuters in the Brandenburg region.
5. In response to the myriad of train disruptions on Sunday, RBB news had reported extensively on the bomb disposal operation, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and preparedness for passengers traveling through the affected regions.
6. Despite the cancellation of some services and delays on various lines, German Railways has advised passengers to maintain vigilance and stay updated on the latest train schedules due to the ongoing bomb disposal operation in Cottbus.

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