Barrier saves London from 'flood chaos'
The Environment Agency has released a picture that shows the effects that the largest tidal surge in 60 years would have had on London if the Thames Barrier hadn't been closed.
- Martin Stew: ITV Weather Presenter
Thames Estuary flood warning increased to most severe
Looks like the Environment Agency are about to up their flood warning to the most severe for the Thames Estuary. A serious risk to life and the potential some areas could be evacuated as the tidal storm surge rises tonight and tomorrow.
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