US EditionWorld War II Bomb Discovery in Slovakia's Capital Prompts Evacuations in Downtown Bratislava
The 226-kilogram American bomb, uncovered during downtown redevelopment, prompted early morning evacuations and street closures to ensure public safety during disposal operations.
- A World War II bomb was discovered in downtown Bratislava, Slovakia, during construction work.
- Evacuations were ordered across several blocks, halting traffic and public transportation during the morning rush hour.
- Experts planned to defuse the 500-pound bomb, which dated back to Allied bombardment of a Nazi-era oil refinery in 1944.
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World War II Bomb Discovery in Slovakia's Capital Prompts Evacuations in Downtown Bratislava
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — The discovery of a World War II bomb in Slovakia’s capital during construction work prompted evacuations on Tuesday, officials said. The emergency measure covered several blocks in downtown Bratislava, including a major bridge across the Danube River. Public transportation and all traffic were halted during the morning rush hour. Experts were […]
500-pound World War II bomb found in Slovakia's capital, triggering evacuations
The discovery of a World War II bomb in Slovakia’s capital during construction work prompted evacuations on Tuesday, officials said.The emergency measure covered several blocks in downtown Bratislava, including a major bridge across the Danube River. Public transportation and all traffic were halted during the morning rush hour.Experts were planning to defuse the 500-pound bomb, which was discovered on Monday evening, by midday.An oil refinery l…
Several blocks in the city center, including the main bridge over the Danube, were evacuated today after a World War II bomb was discovered during construction work in the Slovak capital Bratislava.
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — The discovery of a World War II bomb during construction in Slovakia's capital prompted evacuations Tuesday, authorities said.
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World War II bomb discovery in Slovakia’s capital prompts evacuations in downtown Bratislava
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — The discovery of a World War II bomb in Slovakia's capital during construction work prompted evacuations on Tuesday, officials said.
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World War II bomb discovery in Slovakia's capital prompts evacuations in downtown Bratislava
The discovery of a World War II bomb in Slovakia's capital during construction work prompted evacuations on Tuesday, officials said.The emergency measure covered several blocks in downtown Bratislava, including a major bridge across the Danube River. Public transportation and all traffic were halted during the morning rush hour.
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