Thames Barrier shuts for annual test ahead of 200th operational closure

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The Thames Barrier has been shut for its annual test closure, held at the start of each autumn to check equipment, systems and staff working on the flood defence system. • The Barrier's individual gates are to be moved into a range of operational positions, including fully closed, to stop the flow of the incoming tide. • First opened in 1984, the Barrier has been closed 199 times over its 37-year history. • For more UK news visit Independent TV: https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/news • Like us on Facebook: / theindependentonline • Follow us on Twitter: / independent • Follow us on Instagram: / the.independent • Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content and live events: https://bit.ly/2MiOONB

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