Excitement in Wilhelmsburg: An old aircraft bomb was found on Alter Rethedamm Street. The defusing should take place today – the Köhlbrand Bridge will be closed in both directions.
The explosive ordnance disposal service is on site. According to initial information, it was a 1,000-pound American bomb. She was found during exploratory work on Wednesday afternoon. According to the information, she is currently in a mining shaft. She has two impact detonators, one of which is badly damaged.
Aerial bomb in Hamburg: defusing planned
The defusing is planned for Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Clearances and preparations are currently underway. The Köhlbrand Bridge will also be closed in both directions for the duration.
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The area will be closed within a radius of 300 meters and completely cleared. Around 40 people were evacuated by the police. Special rules apply in a so-called warning radius of 500 meters. Hamburg residents are currently not allowed to stay outdoors, but only in stone buildings and on the side facing away from the bomb. Windows and doors should remain closed.
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