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Southend Pier closed after suspected ordnance found in sea Southend Pier reopens after ordnance detonated
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A pier has been closed after a suspected unexploded ordnance was found in the sea. A pier has reopened after an unexploded ordnance was found in the sea.
Southend Pier has been shut after the discovery of the device, which is about 30m (98ft) from the structure. Southend Pier was shut after the discovery of the device, situated about 30m (98ft) from the structure.
Southend Borough Council, which runs the pier, said the closure was to ensure the safety of visitors and staff.Southend Borough Council, which runs the pier, said the closure was to ensure the safety of visitors and staff.
The Royal Navy bomb disposal unit has been called and is expected to arrive later. The Royal Navy bomb disposal unit detonated the suspected World War Two bomb on Thursday.
In a statement, the council said: "Although far from the shore, the device is approximately 30 metres from the pier and so for the safety of our visitors and staff we have taken the decision to close the pier. In a statement, the council said: "We can confirm Southend-on-Sea Pier is open as usual today after a WW2 bomb was safely detonated yesterday evening.
"The Royal Marine Bomb Disposal Unit is expected to arrive later this afternoon to carry out a proper investigation and deal with the situation accordingly." "Thanks again to the Royal Navy Bomb Disposal Unit, coastguard and all involved for their swift action and for keeping our residents and visitors safe."
The council also asked the public to respect safety cordons and not walk out to the beach to get a better view of what was happening.