Cologne evacuates 20,000 so WW2 bombs can be defused
Summary
The city of Cologne is moving about 20,500 people from the city center to safely defuse three large bombs from World War Two. The evacuation affects homes, businesses, a hospital, and a train station, and is considered the largest operation of its kind since the war ended.Key Facts
- Cologne is evacuating about 20,500 people to defuse three unexploded World War Two bombs.
- The bombs were found in Deutz, a neighborhood in Cologne, within a shipyard.
- A 1,000-meter radius is sealed off around the bombs for safety.
- Homes, businesses, schools, a hospital, and a major train station are evacuated.
- People refusing to leave can be escorted by police or fined.
- Bomb disposal is set for Wednesday, but only after everyone leaves the area.
- Transport is highly disrupted, with road closures and train cancellations.
- Two centers are available for evacuees without a place to go.
- Scheduled events, like weddings, have moved to new locations due to evacuation.
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