Cologne evacuates 20,000 so WW2 bombs can be defused

Cologne evacuates 20,000 people for WW2 bomb defusal operation Cologne is evacuating 20,500 residents for the defusal of three unexploded WW2 bombs, marking the city's largest operation since the war's end. Homes, schools, hospitals, and transport services are impacted, with a 1,000m radius zone closed off. Authorities warn of fines or forceful removal for those refusing to evacuate.