Blackfriars Bridge fire: Road closed to traffic as black cab goes up in flames
Bridge remains closed to northbound traffic as fire service and police attend to the scene
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Your support makes all the difference.Blackfriars Bridge is closed to cars heading northbound after a black cab went up in flames.
The bridge, which goes over the River Thames, was initially closed in both directions as emergency services attend to the scene.
Black smoke can be seen billowing out of the vehicle, which is stationary.
Both police and the fire service are in attendance.
Transport for London has advised drivers to expect delays as the nearby Waterloo Bridge was also closed following a collision.
A spokesman for London Fire Brigade said: "The taxi fire on Blackfriars Bridge is under control. No reports of any injuries. The cause is under investigation."
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