TOWER Bridge has been stuck OPEN sparking travel chaos as it's forced to shut for emergency repairs.

       The iconic London landmark was currently experiencing a technical fault - meaning the bridge was stuck open and traffic was halted.

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       Tower Bridge was stuck OPEN causing traffic chaos Credit: Twitter

       The Bridge was raised to allow a sailboat passage along the river, but it became lodged in the raised position.

       Motorists were pictured stuck on the bridge as the bridge was rendered impassable on Monday afternoon.

       City of London Police warned the bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a "technical failure."

       One passerby tweeted: "Tower Bridge is currently experiencing a technical fault and the bridge is stuck open.

       "Slight pause to my walk Nurses Active but it was cool to see the bridge open for the first time in my life!"

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