The Thames Barrier on the speed boat Part 1 | Wonders of London

The Thames Barrier is a 520-meter wide construction built to protect London from any freak floods or tidal surges that could spell disaster for the city. But with rising sea levels and the climate emergency growing, can it still fulfill the duty it was designed for? | Interesting Engineering

3.4K views · 36 reactions | The Thames Barrier is London's primary flood defence ️ It protects 125sq km of Central London from the threat of tidal flooding, including: ‍‍‍ 1.42 million people ️ Over 4,000 listed buildings  711 healthcare sites  116 train and tube stations Watch our video to find out more about the Barrier and its crucial role in keeping people safe  | Environment Agency | Facebook