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Kiel: Dramatic bomb defusal forces hundreds to evacuate!
A bomb defusal is planned in Kiel on November 6th, 2025. Around 670 residents have to be evacuated. Further developments in the north.
Kiel: Dramatic bomb defusal forces hundreds to evacuate!
The mood in Kiel is tense today, because there is an important one on TuesdayBomb defusalbefore. A 250 kg American aerial bomb from the Second World War has to be defused on the lock island in Kiel-Wik. Around 670 people from more than 370 households are affected by this measure. They must leave their homes by 10 a.m. In the area, shipping traffic through the Kiel Canal lock will be stopped and roads will be closed. NDR reports that the evacuation measures have already been taken preventatively to ensure the safety of all residents.
TheevacuationAccording to the plans, it itself takes place by 11 a.m. Given the experience of a previous defusing in July, around 3,400 people had to leave their homes. At that time too, residents were informed via warning apps and handouts, with the city of Kiel offering support for those who needed help leaving their homes and were looking for a safe place to stay. n-tv encourages citizens to support and inform each other.
Current events in Schleswig-Holstein
There was one recently in Möllnarrest. A 20-year-old was arrested at the vocational training center on Thursday after he was targeted by police following a threat. Fortunately, no weapons could be found. The operation was based on a tip from a student, which led to the school being temporarily closed. This resolution to ensure the safety of students shows the prompt response of the authorities.
Another issue that concerns the region is:Water supplyin Lensahn. After two days without drinking water for around 5,000 people, the disruption was largely resolved. But in Glasau in the Segeberg district there are also problems due to burst water pipes that need to be solved.
Environmental protection and infrastructure
In Neumünster, Environment Minister Tobias Goldschmidt presented important progress in...Nature conservationbefore: He announced that a total of 5,000 hectares of new nature reserves would be designated in Schleswig-Holstein by 2030. Currently 215,000 hectares, which corresponds to around 3.5% of the country's area, are under protection. This shows the country's efforts to preserve more area for nature and protect future generations.
In the areaTransport infrastructureThe transport ministers of the northern German states consulted in Büsum about important projects such as the further construction of Autobahn 20 and the expansion of the railway line between Pinneberg and Elmshorn. The North German Railway also plans to use modern battery-powered trains on the Niebüll – Dagebüll route by 2030, and the plan approval process is scheduled to begin in 2026.
There was an unpleasant but conscientious event in Elskop, where a local resident reported a possibly radioactive drinking cup. Skilled fire brigade personnel and experts were able to detect low levels of radiation and the cup was taken to Geesthacht for professional disposal.
On a sporting note, the positive news comes at the end: Both THW Kiel and SG Flensburg-Handewitt have reached the quarter-finals of the German Handball Cup. A ray of hope in the current overall situation!
The weather forecast for today promises mild temperatures between 12 and 14 degrees and partly sunny, loose clouds, which may help calm things down a little. We hope that all affected citizens get through the day safely!