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Germany Investigates Potential Sabotage at Military Water Supplies

Authorities urge caution as multiple incidents near military bases raise concerns over water safety.

  • Residents in Mechernich were advised to avoid tap water after a fence was found cut near a water tank.
  • Initial tests found no chemical or biological contamination, but precautionary measures remain in place.
  • A similar incident at the Cologne-Wahn air force base led to temporary closure due to 'abnormal water values.'
  • NATO reported an attempted trespass at its Geilenkirchen base, adding to the security scare.
  • Germany's heightened alert follows increased fears of Russian sabotage amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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