WWII Bomb Discovery in Freiburg Delays Defusal, Expands Evacuations

A 250-kilogram British WWII-era bomb found in Freiburg’s city center has prompted evacuations affecting over 2,000 people, with defusal now planned for overnight.

• Construction work in Freiburg’s city center uncovered a 250-kilogram British WWII flying bomb, triggering an emergency response.
• The evacuation radius was expanded from 100 to 300 meters, affecting over 2,000 residents and parts of a nearby hospital.
• Critical hospital departments, including intensive care, maternity, and surgery, were evacuated, with patients relocated to other facilities.
• The bomb disposal operation, initially scheduled for the evening, was delayed due to additional safety measures and is now set for overnight.
• Authorities have set up temporary shelters for displaced residents and continue to coordinate efforts to ensure public safety.

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