Tower Bridge is stuck open, leaving central London traffic in chaos and onlookers stunned. The historic bridge has failed to close after opening to allow ships to pass through on the River Thames.
The bridges arms, known as bascules, appeared lopsided this afternoon, after witnesses said they failed to come down in unison.
City of London Police say engineers are rushing to fix the bridge as motorists are urged to find other routes. Twitter user Nicki Plews tweeted from the span: "So have been stood under a raised tower bridge for 15 mins now, hearing rumours it’s stuck." Are you nearby?
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