Explosive device in Hemmingstedt successfully disarmed, traffic on B5 resumes.
In the quiet town of Hemmingstedt, a significant event unfolded earlier today. Explosive ordnance disposal experts from a Magdeburg-based company discovered a 500-pound World War II bomb during their work near the B 5 road.
The bomb was found in a field in the morning, prompting immediate action. As a result, the Federal Highway 5 was fully closed for the duration of the operation. The police reported the closure, urging motorists to avoid the incident site.
Fortunately, the bomb defusing operation, conducted by the Ordnance Disposal Service, was a success. It took 40 minutes to safely defuse the 0.23-ton bomb. The operation, reported by the police, was carried out without any additional evacuations beyond the four households that had to temporarily vacate their homes.
Despite the road closure being temporary, it caused a minor inconvenience for commuters. However, the safety of the community was prioritised, ensuring no further incidents occurred. The specific location in Hemmingstedt where the incident took place was not specified for motorists to avoid.
The successful defusing of the bomb marks another chapter in the ongoing efforts to safely remove and dispose of remnants from the past conflicts. The Dithmarschen district can now breathe a collective sigh of relief, as the area returns to normalcy.
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