Bomb from World War II found during construction work in Elsterwerda: Defusal planned for Wednesday

Bomb discovery halts construction work

During construction work in Elsterwerda, Brandenburg, a 250-kilogram (550-pound) aerial bomb from World War II was discovered on Monday, July 31, 2023. The bomb was found at a construction site on Berliner Straße.

Evacuations planned for defusal

As a precautionary measure, the surrounding area will be evacuated on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, while the bomb is defused. The evacuation will affect around 1,500 residents and will begin at 9:00 a.m.

Defusal scheduled for Wednesday morning

The defusal of the bomb is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday. The operation is expected to take several hours. Residents within a 500-meter radius of the bomb will be required to evacuate their homes and businesses.

Traffic disruptions expected

The defusal will also cause traffic disruptions in the area. Several roads will be closed, including Berliner Straße, Dresdener Straße, and Lauchhammer Straße. Public transport will also be affected.

Residents urged to follow instructions

The city of Elsterwerda is urging residents to follow the instructions of the authorities and to stay informed about the latest developments. Further information will be provided on the city's website and social media channels.