Warning not to visit Medmerry Beach as another explosive is found

The coastguard has issued a warning not to visit a beach in West Sussex with ‘hidden dangers’ after another ordnance was found on its shores.
By Kelly Brown
Published 17th Aug 2022, 09:23 BST
Updated 17th Aug 2022, 09:33 BST
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The Selsey Coastguard Rescue Team and the Explosive Ordinance Disposal team were called to Medmerry Beach on Monday, August 15 after an unexploded ordnance was found. The coastguard team discovered more pieces of the device was discovered.

Members of the EOD arrived at the scene later in the day when the tide went out where they then dealt with it.

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Afterwards the Coastguard Rescue Team warned members of the public on social media not to visit Medmerry Beach as a result of its ‘hidden dangers’ including ordnance, flooding and strong currents.

Unexploded ordnance found at Medmerry BeachUnexploded ordnance found at Medmerry Beach
Unexploded ordnance found at Medmerry Beach

It’s warning said: “We would like to remind you that the beach is closed to the public as it has many hidden dangers.

"If you come across any ordnance or anything suspicious or unusual on the beach, please don’t touch it and call 999 straight away.”

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