SaralnamaOktoberfest opening in Munich was delayed on due to a bomb threat. The delay came after a fatal fire and explosion at a house in the city's Lerchenau area. One person died in the incident. Police found booby traps in the building. They suspect the fire was set on purpose in a family dispute. The festival grounds at Theresienwiese remained closed until 17 local time. Oktoberfest, the world's biggest folk and beer festival, runs till. It has already drawn over 3.5 million visitors. A large emergency operation is underway in Munich. (Updated 1 Oct 2025, 15:05 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Oktoberfest opening in Munich was delayed on due to a bomb threat
- The delay came after a fatal fire and explosion at a house in the city's Lerchenau area
- One person died in the incident