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Police and ATO are currently at the scene of a security alert in west Belfast.

It follows the discovery of a suspicious object in the Areema Drive area of Twinbrook.

A number of homes have been evacuated as a precaution.

Stock Image: Bomb disposal teams are at the scene

Stock Image: Bomb disposal teams are at the scene

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In a statement, Sinn Fein MLA Danny Baker said: “If you need somewhere to go, I have spoken to council, and residents can use Brook Leisure Centre.

“I want to thank the staff at Brook for responding quickly to support our community.

“I will update when I have more information.”

A police spokesperson said: “Police are at the scene of a security alert in the Areema Drive area of Dunmurry following the discovery of a suspicious object. Cordons are in place.

“Residents are being evacuated. Road users and members of the public are advised to avoid the area.”