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World War II bomb in Cottbus: Autobahn 15 closed from 8:30 a.m. tomorrow!
A WWII bomb was defused in Cottbus-Kahren on September 19, 2025, leading to closures on the A15. Increased traffic expected.
World War II bomb in Cottbus: Autobahn 15 closed from 8:30 a.m. tomorrow!
Today, September 19, 2025, the city of Cottbus made an important announcement that greatly affects road users and travelers. A World War II bomb was discovered during construction work on the future east motorway junction in Cottbus-Kahren. Defusing this dangerous legacy is on the agenda for tomorrow, as is the case rbb24 reported. From 8:30 a.m., Autobahn 15 will be completely closed in a special section, affecting the area between the Cottbus-Süd and Roggosen junctions.
The closure affects numerous motorists, especially those traveling towards the Polish border. These must exit at the Cottbus-Süd junction, while travelers heading towards Berlin should leave the motorway in Forst. LR online also reported that the Roggosen junction will also remain closed during the closure.
Traffic disruptions and security measures
The city is expecting increased traffic volumes and possible traffic jams in the south of Cottbus, which makes the situation a little more complicated for commuters. It is still unclear how long the closure will last, but there will be close communication with explosive ordnance disposal and the police in order to sort everything out as quickly and safely as possible.
Weapons such as the bomb now discovered play a significant role in Germany's history, as the promotion of security and order became a central concern after the Second World War. The process of explosive ordnance disposal is regulated by various government and military organizations, and kmdb.info explains that each federal state has its own services to combat these threats, such as historical explorations and targeted soundings.
In this context, it is important to emphasize that explosive ordnance disposal includes not only the clearance of unexploded bombs, but also the identification and disposal of other dangerous substances that may arise from military conflicts. Therefore, specialists are always required to further develop their knowledge and techniques.
The city of Cottbus has already announced that no further closures or evacuations are necessary during the current situation. However, it remains important to keep an eye on further developments and consider alternative routes when traveling in the region.