07 Oct 2021 | 12:24 PM UTC
Germany: Bomb disposal operation to prompt disruptions in Mulheim, Oct. 7.
Authorities to dispose of WWII-era bomb in Mulheim, Germany, Oct. 7; heightened security, localized disruptions likely
Event
Authorities will dispose of an unexploded World War-II era bomb in Mulheim, approximately 9 km (5.5 miles) east of Duisberg, the afternoon of Oct. 7. The device was discovered at Hansbergstrasse in the Winkhausen area. Authorities intend to implement a 500-meter (1,650-foot) security cordon around the device from 15:30 to facilitate the disposal operation.
Traffic and movement within the security cordon will be restricted, public transport normally routed through the area will be canceled or diverted; the A40 motorway will be closed to traffic from 16:00. Authorities have not provided an estimate for when the security cordon will be lifted.
Advice
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Check public transport schedules and local traffic conditions for disruptions before travel; plan alternative routes if necessary.
