- World War II bomb found in Magdeburg city centre
In the heart of Magdeburg, a World War II bomb has been discovered. As the police reported, the 250-kilogram American-made unexploded ordnance is expected to be defused later this evening. Evacuations in the surrounding area have begun, a police spokesperson confirmed. The exact number of residents affected is not yet known.
The bomb was discovered during excavation work in the street "Zum Domfelsen" near the Elbe river. According to the police, an evacuation radius of 500 meters around the discovery site has been established, including the Hasselbachplatz.
The spokesperson stated that door-to-door notifications have already begun to inform residents about the bomb discovery and to guide them out of the restricted area. The State Emergency Police and local officers are assisting in these efforts. "The duration of the evacuation measures and the defusing process cannot be determined at this time," the statement read.
The discovery of the World War II bomb has raised concern about the potential effects of War on the city's infrastructure and residents. The police have stressed the importance of following their instructions during the evacuation and defusing process to ensure safety.
