London fears floods

london - London warns Friday for flooding of the River Thames. In some places in the city the water is already on the quays. For the first time this winter the dam in the east of the British capital closed.

The warning was issued for the entire area between Greenwich to central London. These are areas where important buildings are located, including the Tate Modern, reports The Guardian.

Although the tide decreases in the river takes the nuisance is expected three days.

The dam, the Thames Barrier, spans 520 meters from the river and close only rarely. The barrier to protect the city against flooding from the sea.

Elsewhere in England and Wales warned of flooding.