Suspected wartime bomb found at supermarket

The front entrance of Morrisons, with a large sign on the triangle shaped front. It has a red tiled roof and green edging, and glass front. Stands of plants are outside the front, which has a paved area lined with bollards. Two people stand looking at the plants.Google

Emergency services have been at Morrisons in Welwyn Garden City and have roped off the area

Explosives experts have been called to a supermarket after a suspected World War Two bomb was found.

Hertfordshire Police was called to Morrisons in Welwyn Garden City, at 10:57 BST.

Officers were sent to Black Fan Road, along with the fire service and a bomb disposal team, and the area has been cordoned off.

A police spokesperson said: "Road closures are also in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek an alternative route."

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