Unearthed WWII explosive device found in Frankfurt - Unearthed World War I explosive device found in Frankfurt.
In the Frankfurt district of Fechenheim, a World War II bomb has been unearthed during construction work, causing disruptions to traffic and public transportation in the city. The bomb, estimated to contain several hundred kilograms of explosives, is believed to be from the World War II era and is currently being handled by German bomb disposal experts.
The safety radius established for the bomb's defusal is 500 meters, and the area surrounding the bomb site has been evacuated. This includes the Hanauer Landstraße and adjacent railway lines, as well as tram lines, which may cause significant commuting challenges for residents and workers in the area.
The authority responsible for defusing the unexploded bomb is the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service (Kampfmittelräumdienst). The bomb's removal and disposal may take several days to complete, and the bomb's defusal may affect public transportation in Frankfurt.
Many people are unlikely to be affected by the evacuation, as the unexploded bomb was found on an industrial site. However, the bomb's discovery is a reminder of the lingering effects of World War II in Germany and has raised concerns about the safety of ongoing construction projects in Frankfurt.
The bomb is set to be defused today, and residents and commuters are advised to avoid the affected areas and follow the instructions of the authorities. The bomb's defusal is a crucial step towards ensuring the safety of the community and restoring normalcy to the city.
