Italy: WWII-era bomb disposal operation planned in Chivasso comune, Turin, July 23

Event

Authorities plan to defuse a WWII-era bomb in the Chivasso comune of Turin on July 23. The device is located on the banks of the Orco River near the A4 Turin-Milan motorway. The A4 motorway will be closed 05:00-13:00 from the Chivasso Est and Brandizzo junction to the Volpiano Sud-Chivasso Centro junction. Authorities have not announced any evacuation plans.

Heightened security and transport disruptions are almost certain until the end of the operation.

Advice

Avoid the affected area on July 23 until authorities give the all-clear. Check for transport disruptions before beginning journeys and allow extra time for travel. Heed instructions from authorities.