Incident Details
On 18 February a Second World War bomb was discovered in Essen. Authorities plan to defuse the bomb in Eckenbergstrasse, where a 250-meter zone will be evacuated and secured. The A40 road will also be closed off during the operation to maintain the evacuated zone.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the area and follow all directives of the authorities. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance to account for road closures and safety perimeters. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.
