Bomb discovered in Saarbrücken: Evacuation on Sunday for 1,700 citizens

Bomb discovered in Saarbrücken: Evacuation on Sunday for 1,700 citizens

Evacuation and bombing in Saarbrücken

The defusing of a flying bomb in Saarbrücken will lead to a large -scale evacuation campaign on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Around 1,700 residents have to temporarily leave their apartments, which has a major impact on the local community.

Locking zone and necessary measures

The discovery of the bomb, which was reported during demolition work at Ursulinenstrasse 29, leads to an immediate setup of an restricted zone with a radius of 300 meters. From 8:00 a.m., no people can stay in this area, and the city commands will evacuate the area in cooperation with the police if necessary. The defusing is scheduled for noon.

Transport companies and restrictions

Particularly affected by the evacuation is the Saarbrücken main train station, which is closed to passenger transport at 8:00 a.m. From 11:30 a.m., the trains should drive through the train station without stopping to be set completely from 11:45 a.m. until the bomb is defused. These measures are designed to minimize the effects on rail traffic.

Support for those affected

For the citizens concerned, the city has set up a service phone on the number (0681) 9050. Here people who have difficulty leaving their apartment can request support. This shows an active reaction of the city administration to ensure the security and well -being of the citizens during this critical situation.

contact point for evacuated

The Aula building of the Mügelsberg School serves as a central point of contact for the evacuity on the evacuation day. From 7:30 a.m., the people concerned can stay there. This offers residents a place where they can feel safe and shows the care of the city for their citizens in a stressful time.

Future news flow

The city plans to continue to inform the population about the website and social media. In addition, the Warn apps are used Katwarn and Nina to notify everyone in good time. This transparency is crucial to calm and inform the citizens in times of uncertainty.

Context and meaning

The upcoming defusing of the bomb is not only a local matter, but also reflects a nationwide problem with old ammunition parts that were buried in many cities after the Second World War. It underlines the importance of security measures and emergency technical skills that help minimize the risk of the population. Experience from past bomb defuses teaches us how important correct planning and communication in emergencies are.

- Nag