Bomb found during construction work in Elsterwerda: Defusing planned for Wednesday

Evacuations underway as authorities prepare to defuse unexploded ordnance

An unexploded World War II bomb was discovered during construction work in the town of Elsterwerda, Germany, on Tuesday. The bomb, which weighs around 250 kilograms, was found at a construction site on the outskirts of the town.

Authorities have evacuated residents within a 300-meter radius of the bomb, and a team of explosives experts is on the scene to defuse it. The defusing operation is expected to take place on Wednesday, and residents have been advised to stay away from the area until the operation is complete.

Bomb disposal teams to ensure safety

The bomb was discovered by a construction worker who was digging a trench. The worker immediately alerted authorities, who arrived on the scene and cordoned off the area. A team of explosives experts from the German military is now on the scene, and they are preparing to defuse the bomb.

The defusing operation is expected to be a complex and dangerous one. The bomb is old and unstable, and it could explode if it is not handled properly. The explosives experts will use a variety of techniques to defuse the bomb, including water cannons and controlled explosions.

Evacuations to ensure community safety

The evacuation order affects around 1,000 people. Residents have been advised to stay away from the area until the operation is complete. The town hall has set up an evacuation center for residents who have been displaced by the evacuation.

The defusing operation is expected to take place on Wednesday. Once the bomb has been defused, residents will be allowed to return to their homes.