Berlin Evacuates Thousands After WWII Bomb Discovery

An unexploded bomb dating back to World War II was located in the heart of Berlin, specifically in the Mitte district, leading to significant safety measures and widespread disruption. The discovery prompted the evacuation of around 10,000 residents from their homes, as a 500-meter security zone was established around the site. The bomb, which had been submerged in the Spree River for eight decades, was found at a depth of four meters. The presence of mud and sediment added complexity to the situation. Emergency shelters were opened to provide temporary accommodation for those displaced. Transport services, including metro line 2 and river traffic, were temporarily halted. Fortunately, authorities later determined that the bomb did not need to be defused, allowing residents to return to their homes. In a separate incident, a 100-kilogram WWII bomb found in the Spandau district was scheduled for defusal, with 12,400 people evacuated from the area.