Weymouth Beach closure after reports of 'suspected ordnance'

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A section of the beach between the Boat Café and Pavilion has been cordoned off

A section of Weymouth Beach has been cordoned off after the discovery of a "suspected ordnance".

HM Coastguard confirmed it was responding to reports of the ordnance alongside Dorset Police.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency said Wyke Coastguard Rescue Team arrived on the scene at 08:15 BST.

A post by Weymouth Town Council said a small section of the beach, between the Boat Café and Pavilion, had been temporarily closed.

Dorset Police has been approached for comment.

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