World War II Bomb Successfully Defused in Dresden's Historic Center
The discovery of a 250-kg British bomb during construction halted life in Dresden's city center, leading to the evacuation of 10,000 residents and workers.
- A 250-kilogram British bomb from World War II was found during demolition work on the Carolabrücke in Dresden's Elbe River.
- Authorities evacuated approximately 10,000 people within a one-kilometer radius, including residents, businesses, and government offices in the city center.
- The bomb was safely defused by specialists on Thursday afternoon and transported to a disposal site for destruction.
- Temporary shelters were set up at the Dresden Messe for displaced residents, with around 300 people utilizing the facilities during the evacuation.
- The incident highlights Dresden's ongoing challenges with unexploded wartime ordnance, particularly in historically significant and densely populated areas.
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