Irritant Gas Attack at Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland Affects 1,000 Visitors

Emergency services evacuated the popular tourist site after 46 injuries and one hospitalization were reported; the perpetrator remains unidentified.

An unknown individual released irritant gas at Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg, leading to the evacuation of the venue in Speicherstadt.
Approximately 1,000 visitors were affected, with 46 individuals treated for injuries, including one person hospitalized for respiratory issues.
Emergency services responded swiftly, reopening the site within 30 minutes after ensuring safety.
A cartridge was found at the scene, but the identity and motive of the perpetrator remain under investigation by local authorities.
Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s largest model railway exhibition, attracts millions of visitors annually and is a key tourist attraction in Germany.