Westminster Bridge has been closed to traffic and pedestrians after emergency services were called to reports of a person in the River Thames.
Massive police activity on the south side of London’s Westminster Bridge. pic.twitter.com/mmpYWN1jp5
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Full Emergency Response Deployed
At 5:34 PM, emergency responders received reports of a person on the birdge and than falling in the river near Westminster Bridge. Due to the seriousness of the situation, a full attendance response was immediately dispatched, including:
- Metropolitan Police
- London Fire Brigade
- London Ambulance Service
- RNLI lifeboat crews
Bridge Closure and Traffic Disruptions
Authorities have closed Westminster Bridge, causing significant traffic delays in central London. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes, with nearby roads experiencing congestion.
Rescue Efforts Underway
Specialist rescue teams are actively searching for the individual in the Thames, while emergency crews are stationed on the bridge. Details about the person’s condition remain unclear.
A Metropolitan Police source said:
Emergency services are responding to an incident involving a person in the River Thames near Westminster Bridge. A full attendance response is in place, and efforts are ongoing. We advise the public to avoid the area.”
