Emergency services cordoned off the area around Big Ben after a man climbed the Elizabeth Tower, holding a Palestinian flag. The incident prompted a substantial response from at least nine emergency vehicles, including the Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service. As the situation unfolded on the morning of March 8, police closed Bridge Street to maintain public safety while working to resolve the situation without incident. Social media videos captured the dramatic scene, with bystanders observing from a distance as authorities managed the situation.
A man was seen on a ledge holding a Palestinian flag on Elizabeth Tower, prompting emergency services to cordon off the area around Big Ben.
At 7.24am on Saturday, Metropolitan Police were alerted to a man climbing the Elizabeth Tower, leading to a significant emergency response.
The London Fire Brigade is assisting Metropolitan Police in addressing reports of a person scaling the Palace of Westminster.
Authorities closed Bridge Street to ensure public safety while emergency services addressed the ongoing situation involving the individual on the tower.
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