Nuremberg Evacuates 21,000 Residents Amid WWII Bomb Discovery
Nuremberg, Germany – November 15, 2025 – A massive evacuation effort encompassing nearly 21,000 people was underway in Nuremberg today after the discovery of a large unexploded World War II bomb. Authorities initiated the operation after construction workers unearthed the device during building work in the city center.
The evacuation zone, extending within a 1.5-kilometer radius of the bomb site, includes residential areas, hospitals, and critical infrastructure. emergency services are coordinating the removal of residents, with temporary shelters established to accommodate those displaced. The discovery underscores the continued presence of unexploded ordnance from the Allied bombing campaigns that devastated German cities during the Second World War, posing ongoing risks to civilian populations decades after the conflict’s end. Disruptions to daily life are expected to continue until the bomb can be safely defused or removed.
The bomb, identified as a British “blockbuster” weighing over 1.5 tonnes,was discovered at approximately 8:00 AM CET. Police reported that the area was immediatly cordoned off, and the extensive evacuation order was issued shortly thereafter. The operation involved a significant deployment of police, fire, and emergency medical personnel.
Authorities have established a dedicated information hotline and website to provide updates to residents and address concerns. The defusal operation is being handled by specialized bomb disposal units, and a precise timeline for its completion remains uncertain.Residents are being urged to follow official instructions and remain patient as authorities work to ensure public safety.
