20 Jan 2024 | 09:10 PM UTC
UK: Authorities close London's Tower Bridge as emergency crews reportedly respond to unspecified incident in area late Jan. 20
Authorities close Tower Bridge in London, UK, as crews respond to unspecified incident in area late Jan. 20; lingering disruptions likely.
Authorities have closed London's Tower Bridge in both directions as of late Jan. 20. The move comes as emergency crews reportedly respond to an unspecified incident in the vicinity. Officials have asked individuals to avoid the area. Police did not immediately provide an estimated time at which the Tower Bridge would reopen to traffic or any other details in connection with the incident.
Heightened security and transport disruptions will probably impact the vicinity of the Tower Bridge over the coming hours. Authorities may close additional roads in the area on short notice.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the Tower Bridge area; allow additional time to reach your destination if operating nearby. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
