Bomb discovery leads to disruptions and delays in Stuttgart - Train disruptions in Stuttgart due to bomb discoveries
Unexploded World War II Bomb Disrupts Train Services in Stuttgart
A 250 kg World War II bomb was discovered on a construction site in Stuttgart-Untertürkheim, causing significant disruptions to train services in the city. The bomb was located near Stuttgart's urban railway and suburban railway lines, as well as regional and long-distance train routes.
On August 12, 2025, train operations were halted during the bomb disposal procedure. The safety zone established around the bomb site extended to a radius of 400 meters, leading to the evacuation of approximately 1,000 residents, affecting both residential areas and an industrial park. A sports hall was made available to accommodate the evacuees.
The impact was primarily felt during the evening and night of August 12, with train cancellations and delays. By early the following day, train schedules had mostly returned to normal according to Deutsche Bahn. However, the bomb discovery may also affect train routes between Stuttgart and Munich.
The resolution timeline was relatively short, with the bomb discovery and evacuation taking place on August 12, the defusal completed by evening, and train operations resuming shortly thereafter. Authorities emphasized that this was a planned safety procedure and that ongoing assessments were being made to ensure security.
The bomb discovery affected some administrative buildings of automaker Mercedes-Benz, but the exact number of people affected by the evacuation is not yet known. A company spokesperson confirmed that Mercedes-Benz is affected by the bomb discovery, but specific details about the company's operations are not provided.
Train cancellations are also affecting routes between Stuttgart and Munich. Deutsche Bahn has not yet reported on the specific impact of the bomb discovery on its long-distance traffic beyond the cancellations and delays mentioned earlier.
In summary, the discovery and defusal of the World War II bomb in Stuttgart caused train cancellations and delays primarily during the evening and night of August 12, 2025. The impact on surrounding areas included evacuation of 1,000 residents within a 400-meter radius, restricted traffic on train lines and roads, and effect on residential and industrial zones. The resolution timeline was approximately within one evening, with normal operations by the next day. The bomb discovery may also affect train routes between Stuttgart and Munich.
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