Possible evacuation of the adjacent areas next Wednesday
RheineIn the course of exploratory measures by the NRW Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service, another suspected bomb was discovered in the Kettelerufer area . Exposure is planned for Wednesday, 16.10.2024,
to determine whether it is an explosive ordnance. As is usual in such cases, a specialist company will first uncover the suspected point, after which the
explosive ordnance disposal service will then determine whether it is explosive ordnance. If the suspicion is confirmed, immediate defusing and subsequent removal is planned.In this case, a short-term evacuation of the adjacent areas is necessary. The attached map shows which buildings are affected. The evacuation will be
announced via Radio RST, the city’s website Rheine (www.Rheine.de) and loudspeaker announcements in the affected streets. Unfortunately, it is not possible to give an exact duration at this stage
time, as it depends on various factors (e.g. exact depth and location of the suspected point, size of any explosive ordnance and condition of the detonator). The lifting of the evacuation
or if the suspected case is not confirmed will also be published on the aforementioned channels. Exposure will begin at around 10:00 am.
In the event of an evacuation, the canteen of the Euregio comprehensive school at Ludwigstraße 37 is available as a contact point and place to stay. In addition to sanitary facilities, water dispensers are also available there.People who live within the affected radius and are unable to leave their home independently due to physical limitations are asked to contact us in advance – by 15.10.2024 at the latest – by calling
05971 939-316 to the city of Rheine to ensure the necessary assistance with evacuation. The colleagues from the regulatory authority will also be happy to answer any further questions from affected residents atduring the opening hours of the city Rheine.