London’s future flood defences plans as ‘sleeping giant’ Thames Barrier turns 40
It is 40 years since the late Queen opened the Thames Barrier, which has been closed 221 times to protect the capital from flooding.
It is 40 years since the late Queen opened the Thames Barrier, which has been closed 221 times to protect the capital from flooding.
The weather agency said public transport could be delayed.
A council has encouraged the public to pack a range of essentials into a waterproof bag as concerns over flash flooding continue to rise.