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3mo ago

Bremen Sets Morning Evacuation for Suspected 500-Kilogram WWII Bomb in Farge

Bomb technicians plan a remote defusal because of a long-delay fuse, with a controlled detonation prepared if needed.

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In Bremen ist eine 500 Kilogramm schweren Fliegerbombe aus dem Zweiten Weltkrieg entschärft worden. Rund 1500 Menschen mussten dafür im Stadtteil Blumenthal ihre Häuser und Wohnungen verlassen, wie die Polizei in der Hansestadt mitteilte.

Overview

  • Authorities established a 1,000-meter evacuation zone that affects about 1,500 residents and workers.
  • Clearing of the area is scheduled to start at 9:00 a.m. Friday, with the disposal operation planned around midday.
  • The object was discovered on December 17 during construction at the former Bremen-Farge tank depot just beneath the turf.
  • Officials suspect an English aerial bomb fitted with a long-delay fuse, prompting a preference for remote neutralization.
  • An assembly point is available at the Oberschule “In den Sandwehen,” and people needing assistance are asked to call Feuerwehr Bremen at 0421 33610371.