World War II Bomb Prompts Evacuation of 3,100 in Cologne

An unexploded 10-centner bomb was discovered during construction in Cologne-Sülz, necessitating the evacuation of a 350-meter radius, including the Uni-Center high-rise.

• A World War II-era American bomb with a percussion fuse was uncovered during construction in the Cologne-Sülz district.
• Authorities ordered the evacuation of 3,100 residents within a 350-meter danger zone around the site.
• The Uni-Center, one of Europe's largest residential buildings with nearly 1,000 apartments, is among the evacuated areas.
• The bomb, weighing 10 centners, is scheduled to be defused later this evening by a specialized team.
• Residents and local authorities are coordinating to ensure the safety of those affected during the evacuation process.

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