Live Update: Unexploded Bombs in Cologne's Heart - Evacuation in Progress!
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Cologne, a city with a rich history, is facing an unexpected adversary from World War II - unexploded bombs. As authorities scramble to ensure safety, residents are being evacuated from key areas around the city.
Kai Kulschewski's Take: The lead on bomb disposal operations, Kai Kulschewski, states, "Don't expect us to finish this anytime soon, folks. We've got a long haul ahead of us." Cologne's history during WWII saw it as a strategic target due to its accessibility for British bombers and the Rhine's orientation aid. The city was hit 262 times, with many bombs dropped on the return flight, explaining the high number of unexploded bombs still lurking beneath its streets[1].
Relief in Sight: Around 150 people are already packing their belongings at a municipal collection point in Deutz. With the city giving the green light for defusal, residents might be able to return to their apartments by 20:00 if everything goes as planned[2].
Impact on Traffic and Transport: The operation has caused significant disruptions in Cologne's traffic, with streets congested, trains ending prematurely, shipping on the Rhine temporarily halted, and even the airspace closed over the Hohenzollern Bridge[3]. Several shows on RTL have been moved to Berlin to avoid potential disruptions[3].
Evacuation Progress: While all evacuated residents are cooperating with authorities so far, a holdout in the old town has delayed the defusing operation[4]. The authorities have also used drones equipped with loudspeakers to search for people in the evacuation area[5].
Stay Informed: Follow us for live updates on this developing situation. For more information on the history of unexploded bombs in Cologne during World War II, check out our related article.[2]
Sources:[1] ntv.de[2] mdi/dpa/AFP[3] Cologne City-Anzeiger[4] Express[5] WDR
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