Austria: Lingering transport disruptions likely amid efforts to dispose of WWII-era bomb in Innsbruck Sept. 28

Event

Authorities are attempting to dispose of a World War II-era bomb found at a construction site at the intersection of Olympiastrasse and Sudbahnstrasse in Innsbruck as of late Sept. 28. Officials have cordoned off the surrounding area, with individuals within a 200-400-meter (650-1,300-foot) radius of the bomb only permitted to stay inside enclosed buildings. Authorities have evacuated buildings adjacent to the site. The Sudring is reportedly closed to traffic in both directions; authorities are diverting traffic away from the affected area.

Officials did not immediately provide an estimate for when the area will be cleared and the security measures will be lifted. Lingering transport disruptions are likely in the affected area of Innsbruck over the coming hours. Traffic congestion is possible on alternative routes.

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. Allot additional time for travel in Innsbruck over the coming hours.