Tower Bridge Closed as Emergency Services Respond
Police temporarily closed Tower Bridge on Friday afternoon following an incident that prompted a significant emergency response. Witnesses reported seeing multiple police boats patrolling the river, while two fire engines had positioned themselves on the bridge.
Traffic was brought to a standstill, with several double-decker buses waiting to cross while authorities managed the situation. According to reports, the closure lasted about 30 minutes before the bridge was reopened.
The London Fire Brigade has been contacted for additional comment on the nature of the incident.
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Author’s Summary
Police briefly closed Tower Bridge after an emergency on Friday, with fire engines and police boats responding before traffic resumed within half an hour.