The Tate Modern was evacuated amd Millennium Bridge closed following reports of a suspicious package.
Police attended the museum shortly before 11am on Wednesday, with the gallery closed to the public for a brief period.
The Millennium Bridge was also closed from both sides as police investigated the incident.
Something serious happening at Tate Modern. The whole building has been closed off. 😮 pic.twitter.com/y2TxdoOxfq
— Tony (@purbrooktony) April 8, 2026
But there was considered to be no danger and the incident was stood down.
It is understood the Tate has since reopened as has the footbridge.
The London Fire Brigade also attended the scene.
A spokesperson said: "Firefighters have been called to assist police at an incident on Bankside.
"The Brigade was called at 11:30am.
"Two fire engines from Dowgate and Soho fire stations are at the scene."
The Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at 10.49hrs on Wednesday, 8 April following a report of a suspicious package outside the Tate Modern.
“Officers attended and the incident has now been stood down with no injuries or incidents.”
