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Cologne is evacuating around 20,500 residents from the city center to safely defuse three unexploded WWII bombs discovered in a shipyard, marking the largest such operation since the war's end, with extensive disruptions to daily life and transportation.
A 500kg German WW2 bomb found in a Plymouth garden caused a four-day evacuation of thousands of people before being safely detonated at sea. The bomb was transported through the city's streets and then taken by boat beyond the breakwater for detonation. The disposal marked the end of significant disruption for residents, with over 10,000 people and 4,300 properties falling within the evacuation cordon. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps praised the "bravery and fortitude" of those involved in the operation, while the city's council leader thanked everyone for their support during the incident.
The tiny Pacific island of Nauru has declared a state of disaster as Australian army sappers attempt to defuse a 500-pound World War Two-era bomb. Schools and workplaces will be closed, and residents within a 2 km radius of the bomb will be evacuated. Nauru's acting president has expressed concern for the safety of the island's population and vital infrastructure. The bomb was discovered during construction work, and while the risk of unintended detonation is low, precautions are being taken to protect residents and property.