Police are at the scene of a security alert in the Hillview Avenue area of Lisburn, Co Antrim.
A number of local residents have been evacuated and the PSNI has asked the public to avoid the area, saying “an update will follow in due course”.
Sinn Féin councillor Declan Lynch said the alert was causing “serious disruption and has forced many families from their homes”.
“I have spoken to the PSNI and will remain in contact with them tonight. Lagan Valley Island has been opened to provide shelter for residents while the incident continues,” he said.
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“I encourage people to avoid the area, and hope families will be able to return to their homes as soon as possible.”
