Bomb Disposal Operation Successfully Concluded
In the city of Euskirchen, residents are urged to stay informed about the latest developments regarding an unexpected situation. The city's social media channels — Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp — are the primary sources for updates.
On Tuesday, 02.09.2025, a 125 kg American World War II-era aerial bomb was discovered on Johannesbergstraße. The bomb, of World War II origin, was found at a construction site.
The affected evacuation area, approximately 400 meters around the location, will require the evacuation of around 1,870 people. The access roads to the evacuation area will be completely closed off from around 16:15.
Residents who cannot stay with family or friends can seek refuge at the Emil-Fischer-Gymnasium, Emil-Fischer-Straße 23-27, 53879 Euskirchen, starting at 17:00. For those who need assistance leaving their homes, a hotline has been set up: 02251/14-276.
The defusal and evacuation are being conducted by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal service, Euskirchen city district's Ordnungsamt, and police. The surrounding area of the bomb's location will be cleared by the Euskirchen city district's Ordnungsamt and police.
The defusal operation is expected to commence at 16:15 and will be carried out by the head of the explosive ordnance disposal unit, whose identity is not publicly disclosed. The defusal of the bomb is scheduled for 19:00, and the operation is expected to be completed.
Residents are advised to follow the instructions of the authorities and stay safe during this time. More updates will be provided through the city's social media channels as the situation develops.
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