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WWII Bomb Fragments Found at Opel’s Rüsselsheim Plant Deemed Safe

A routine search uncovered WWII relics at a major industrial site. Decades later, Germany’s legacy of unexploded ordnance still surfaces unexpectedly.

At the bottom of the picture, we see grass. Beside that, we see a violet color board with text...
At the bottom of the picture, we see grass. Beside that, we see a violet color board with text written on it. On the board "EMERGENCY" is highlighted. Behind that, there are trees and shrubs. In the background, we see buildings and the road. This picture is clicked outside the city.

WWII Bomb Fragments Found at Opel’s Rüsselsheim Plant Deemed Safe

An investigation into suspected unexploded ordnance near Gate 15 on Opel’s company grounds in Rüsselsheim am Main has concluded. Authorities confirmed that fragments of an incendiary bomb were found at the site. Officials have since declared the area safe. The discovery was made during a routine search of the premises. Once identified, the site has been declared secure, and normal activities on the website have resumed. Authorities confirmed that no additional measures are required. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing work to address historical ordnance in the region.

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