Planned dig at the intersection is due on August 21, amid bomb suspicions

In the heart of Lünen, a suspected World War II unexploded bomb was discovered at the former sports field on Kreuzstraße on August 20, 2025. The Westphalia-Lippe Bomb Disposal Service has been entrusted with the responsibility of handling the exposure, defusing, and removal of the bomb on August 21, 2025.

The city of Lünen and the involved authorities are taking extensive safety measures to ensure the well-being of the residents. These measures may include an evacuation within a 250-meter radius of the find spot. If an evacuation is necessary, residents are recommended to check accommodation options with relatives, friends, or acquaintances outside the restricted area.

The Ludwig-Uhland-Realschule, located at Preußenstraße 162, has been designated as a gathering point during a possible evacuation. Residents are advised to prepare for childcare, school, and kindergarten visits during the evacuation. Pet owners should also prepare medication and necessary supplies for their pets.

Before leaving, residents should close windows, doors, and roller shutters. Visitor traffic should be avoided on the day of the measure. Loudspeaker announcements are possible on the day of the operation.

The exact details about the duration and scope of the safety measures will be determined after the exposure. More precise information about the duration and scope of the measures will only be available after the exposure.

For questions, the Ordnungsamt of the city of Lünen can be reached at telephone 02306 1672 on weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm. If the bomb is confirmed, extensive safety measures, possibly including an evacuation, may be necessary.

The Westphalia-Lippe Bomb Disposal Service has completed the inspection of two unexploded bomb suspicion points on the former sports field at Kreuzstraße and found that a bomb find in Beckinghausen does not require an evacuation as the fuse is blown.

The city of Lünen will continuously inform about the current status on their homepage www.unser website as well as through municipal social media channels. Residents are encouraged to stay updated for the latest information.

In the event of an evacuation, disabled persons and necessary ambulance services should be reported to the Ordnungsamt at telephone 02306 1672 in advance.

Safety is the top priority for the city of Lünen and the involved authorities. They are working diligently to ensure the successful handling of the situation and to minimise any disruption to the daily lives of the residents.