Fire Alarm Triggers Rush Hour Chaos at London Kings Cross Station
A fire alarm at London Kings Cross station during rush hour on 1 May 2025 led to a swift evacuation and widespread train delays. Great Northern and Thameslink services were disrupted, with lines reopening after safety checks and no injuries reported.
London King’s Cross Evacuation Blocks All Lines, Sparks Security Debate
An unexpected evacuation at King’s Cross shut down all rail lines on May 1, 2025, crippling commuter traffic and leading to chaos. Passengers of Great Northern and Thameslink were hit hardest, prompting renewed calls for smarter security and better crowd handling at major UK stations.