The bomb squad is seen at the scene of the incident.

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IN PICTURES: Eight photos from the scene of evacuation in Bridlington after 'controlled chemicals' incident

By George Buksmann

Published 11th Apr 2023, 17:16 BST

Residents have been evacuated from their homes in Bridlington after police issued a ‘controlled chemicals’ warning.

These photos show the multi-agency operation and emergency services at the scene of the incident on Oxford Street, including Humberside Police and the Army’s Explosives Ordinance Disposal.

Officers carried out the pre-planned operation this morning. You can read more about this incident here.

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A police cordon in place on Swindon Street. Photo: Claudia Bowes

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Surrounding roads have been closed by police. Photo: Claudia Bowes

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Police cordon off surrounding streets. Photo: Claudia Bowes

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IN PICTURES: Eight photos from the scene of evacuation in Bridlington after 'controlled chemicals' incident

Residents have been evacuated from their homes in Bridlington after police issued a ‘controlled chemicals’ warning.

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