Large evacuation in Osnabrück: Dudes discovered at the main train station!

Large evacuation in Osnabrück: Dudes discovered at the main train station!

Osnabrück, Deutschland - alarm mood in Osnabrück! On November 17th, the city witnesses one of the largest evacuation actions in its history. The reason is several suspected world war bombs, discovered on the site of the former freight station. Since construction workers came across the suspicious positions when working, around 14,000 people are now affected. The evacuation is carried out from 7 a.m. on a radius of one kilometer around the districts of Fledder, Schinkel and the city center. In order to warn the residents in good time, a siren signal will sound at 6.30 a.m. - a measure that is an exception here.

strategic planning: Sunday as evacuation day

The choice of Sunday for this extensive measure is no coincidence. Ordinary office manager Thomas Cordes said that during the week an evacuation would not only affect residents, but also numerous offices and businesses. On Sunday, on the other hand, the slightest disorders are expected. The hospitals in the area of ​​evacuation, the Marienhospital and the Christian Children's Hospital, are also largely cleared. Intensive care patients remain for the time being, while special water containers are set up in front of the buildings in order to intercept possible pressure waves.

traffic chaos at the main train station

Not only the residents are affected - the Osnabrück main station is also closed! From 7 a.m., travelers must expect diversions and delays. The Eurobahn warns that failures can be expected until at least 7 p.m. The return of the evacuated could run into the evening because the exact duration of the measures is still uncertain. A huge traffic chaos threatens while the city is preparing for the largest “container castle” in history to ensure the safety of everyone. Osnabrück faces a huge challenge!