In brief
Train operations were halted at Paris Gare du Nord following the detection of an unexploded WWII bomb, causing significant disruptions in rail travel, specifically affecting the Eurostar and RER B services.
Traffic to and from Paris Gare du Nord, one of the city's busiest train stations, was brought to a standstill Friday after a World War II bomb was discovered on the tracks. French police swiftly closed access to the station following reports from train companies regarding the situation.The bomb was unearthed during overnight work conducted on the tracks in Saint-Denis, a suburb located just north of Paris. In response, Eurostar announced that it had cancelled multiple trains scheduled for departure Friday morning, highlighting the inconvenience being felt by travelers.Update alerts from RER B, noted that operations were unlikely to resume before 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT), with ongoing police efforts to safely disable the bomb. Eurostar informed passengers of the disruption, stating, "due to an object on the tracks near Paris Gare du Nord, we are expecting disruption to our services this morning."Travelers impacted by the cancellations are being offered free ticket exchanges for alternative dates or times, based on availability. The situation remains fluid as police work to manage the aftermath of the discovery, prompting those affected to stay updated through their respective train services. Further developments in this breaking news story are anticipated, with additional updates expected shortly. For continuous coverage, viewers are encouraged to refresh their news feeds for the latest information, including alerts through the BBC News App and social media platforms.
