Train traffic to Paris Gare du Nord has been halted after the discovery of an unexploded WWII bomb during overnight track work, with Eurostar services particularly affected.
Disruption at Paris Gare du Nord Following Discovery of WWII Bomb
Disruption at Paris Gare du Nord Following Discovery of WWII Bomb
An unexploded World War II bomb has been found on the tracks leading to Paris Gare du Nord, causing significant disruption to train services.
In a significant disruption to train services, French police have closed access to and from Paris Gare du Nord following the discovery of an unexploded bomb from World War II. The bomb was identified on Friday morning during overnight construction work on the tracks in the vicinity of Saint-Denis, a suburb of Paris, according to reports from train operators, including RER B.
The finding led to the immediate halting of all train services, including Eurostar, which reported that three trains scheduled to leave on Friday morning were cancelled due to the bomb threat. As the police and explosives experts work to safely disable the device, they have urged passengers to remain patient.
In their latest updates, train line RER B noted that traffic would remain suspended until at least 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT). Eurostar's website informed passengers of potential disruptions and offered free ticket exchanges for those affected, allowing them to rebook for another date or time within the same class, contingent upon seat availability.
This incident marks another reminder of the lingering effects of past conflicts, and it has garnered significant media attention as authorities work to ensure passenger safety. Further updates are expected as officials manage the situation and provide clearer timelines for resuming services. The public is encouraged to stay informed about ongoing developments through news outlets and by following official social media channels.
