On Monday, Cologne authorities discovered World War II-era bombs, prompting the evacuation of around 20,000 residents. This situation is notable for being one of the largest evacuations since the war, affecting vital areas in the city, including the historic center, numerous hotels, bridges, and essential services such as hospitals. Bomb disposal in Cologne is frequent due to its history as one of the most bombed German cities during WWII. Precautions are being taken to ensure the safe defusal of the bombs.
The recent discovery of World War II-era bombs in Cologne triggered the evacuation of 20,000 people, marking it as one of postwar Germany's largest evacuations.
Authorities have cordoned off significant portions of Cologne, including essential infrastructure such as bridges, hospitals, and hotels, to safely defuse the discovered bombs.
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