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Historic Demolition: Gundremmingen Nuclear Towers Imploded in Germany

10/26/2025

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On October 25, 2025, two cooling towers at the Gundremmingen nuclear power plant in Germany were demolished in a controlled explosion after the plant had been offline for four years as part of Germany's nuclear phaseout.
Thousands gathered to witness the event, which involved three explosions: one to clear wildlife and two tower collapses.
The demolition produced thick clouds of smoke and dust.
Dismantling is expected to continue through 2040.

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Story summary

On October 25, 2025, two cooling towers at the Gundremmingen nuclear power plant in Germany were demolished in a controlled explosion after the plant had been offline for four years as part of Germany's nuclear phaseout.
Thousands gathered to witness the event, which involved three explosions: one to clear wildlife and two tower collapses.
The demolition produced thick clouds of smoke and dust.
Dismantling is expected to continue through 2040.