First Snap of WWII Bomb That Grounded London-Paris Eurostar Revealed
Historic Bomb Halted All Eurostar Trains
A massive 300kg World War II bomb discovered during overnight railway maintenance in France has brought all Eurostar services between London and Paris to a standstill. The French rail operator SNCF suspended all trains near Paris Gare du Nord on 7 March 2025, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.
Driver Posts First Image of the Explosive
SNCF driver Fabie Villedieu took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the first photo of the rusting relic. He captioned it: “Here is the bomb (300kg) discovered last night during the railway works.” Experts say the device closely matches bombs dropped by the RAF on Paris-Saint Chapelle in 1944.
Chaos at St Pancras as Passengers Panic
The sudden halt has caused chaos at London St Pancras station. Crowded concourses and frantic travellers trying to find alternatives paint a scene of disruption and frustration. Many are left with no choice but to wait for updates.
Bomb Squad On Scene, Trains Remain Suspended
French bomb disposal teams are currently working to defuse the device safely. SNCF has warned services will remain halted until the area is declared safe—likely causing delays well into the afternoon and possibly beyond.
Passengers should keep an eye on Eurostar’s official website for the latest travel news and updates.
