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World War II Bombs Discovered in Duisburg and Kassel

Authorities in Duisburg and Kassel manage the safe defusal of WWII bombs, ensuring minimal disruption to residents.

  • The Duisburg bomb, found in Ruhrort, is set to be defused today, with 135 residents evacuated.
  • The Kassel bomb, a 50 kg aerial bomb, was discovered at a Deutsche Bahn site, affecting 2,600 people.
  • Evacuation in Kassel required a 500-meter radius clearance, impacting local train services temporarily.
  • Duisburg's defusal operation will minimally affect traffic, though shipping in the Ruhrort harbor is restricted.
  • Residents in Kassel returned home after the successful defusal, with train services resuming shortly after.
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