‘All is lost’: Captain of party boat sunk in Thames speaks of devastation
The IndependentGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The captain of a sunken party boat has spoken of his devastation after his beloved vessel vanished under the murky brown River Thames amid flash flooding across London. The Bar&Co vessel, described as “the floating bar rocking the Thames”, sunk in high winds and rising water levels as it was moored by Temple in between Blackfriars and Waterloo Bridges on Thursday. Bar&Co staff has always been very kind and accommodating, and they will appreciate the financial help.” open image in gallery Hackney Wick was left underwater One passerby said on Facebook: “Sad to see Wilfred sunk today. Let’s hope this historic sailing barge can be restored and back again soon!” The Port of London Authority has advised vessels to pass Temple Pier with “great caution” as they tweeted that a “vessel has sunk on the inside of Temple Pier”.
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