Overview
- Berlin police warned that a Fortbildung at the Sprengplatz Grunewald is scheduled to include controlled detonations from 11:00 to 15:00 on Tuesday.
- Officials emphasized the activity is planned and safe and asked residents not to assume an attack or call emergency services for the sounds.
- Police said the explosions may be audible beyond the boundaries of the explosives range and could be heard in surrounding parts of Grunewald.
- Local outlets republished a dpa advisory carrying the police notice and framed the item as an informational warning rather than a report of an incident.
- The Sprengplatz is used for disposal and training and has a history of major incidents, which is why police routinely issue advance notices to limit alarm and coordinate safety.