At around 9 p.m. on Saturday 15 November, residents near the village of Mika on the Warsaw‑Lublin rail line heard a massive explosion that rattled their homes and was later confirmed as a sabotage act.
Explosion Near Village Mika Shocks Residents
An explosive device detonated a section of railway track on the Warsaw‑Lublin line near the village of Mika in the Życzyna area of Masovian Voivodeship. At about 21:00 on Saturday, 15 November, residents heard a “huge explosion” and felt the entire building shake.
Witness Accounts Detail Massive Detonation
Mr. Piotr from Życzyna, who lives close to the crossing, was watching television when the blast occurred. He describes the house shaking, windows rattling, and the ground trembling. He initially thought a gas cylinder had exploded, but the force was much greater.
Another resident, speaking to TVN24, reported the entire building vibrating, with glass and cups shaking. He also considered a drone as a possible cause but saw nothing. Both witnesses noted that security services only arrived at dawn, several hours after the incident.
Authorities Confirm Sabotage on Warsaw‑Lublin Line
Police confirmed that the detonation of the track fragment was an act of sabotage.
Donald Tusk stated that the explosion was likely intended to derail or destroy a train traveling the Warsaw‑Dęblin route.
Second Incident Near Puławy Raises Suspicion
A separate incident occurred near Puławy, where a passenger train from Świnoujście‑Rzeszów had to halt abruptly because of damaged traction infrastructure.
Railway officials are investigating whether sabotage was involved. The Minister of the Interior and Administration described the situation as “very likely” and called for thorough checks.
Railway Services Investigate Possible Terror Threat
Both incidents prompted investigations into potential sabotage and heightened concerns about railway security along the Warsaw‑Lublin corridor.