Tower Bridge closed as police and fire brigade respond to incident

Tower Bridge Closed Due to Police Incident

Tower Bridge was temporarily closed on Friday afternoon following a police incident. A significant emergency response was visible near the iconic landmark.

Social media footage showed multiple police boats patrolling beneath the bridge, with two fire engines stationed on it. Several double-decker buses were also waiting in line on the bridge.

The closure lasted approximately 30 minutes while authorities managed the situation. The London Fire Brigade has been contacted for further comment.

Support for Those in Distress

If you are feeling distressed or struggling to cope, help is available. You can confidentially contact the Samaritans at 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit their website to find the nearest branch.

"If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch."

Author's summary: Tower Bridge was briefly closed due to a police incident on Friday, with emergency services responding swiftly and public support resources highlighted for those in distress.

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London Evening Standard London Evening Standard — 2025-11-07

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