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27/07/2006
Security alert in west Belfast
A security alert is ongoing in west Belfast after a suspicious device was found in the area.
Army Technical Officers have been tasked to the North Howard street area of the city, and are currently examining the suspicious object which was found just before lunchtime today.
A spokesperson for the PSNI has said that the security gates on the street have been closed and the area will remain sealed off until further notice.
Police have warned drivers to avoid the area.
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Army Technical Officers have been tasked to the North Howard street area of the city, and are currently examining the suspicious object which was found just before lunchtime today.
A spokesperson for the PSNI has said that the security gates on the street have been closed and the area will remain sealed off until further notice.
Police have warned drivers to avoid the area.
(EF/SP)
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