Police have discovered what is believed to be a bomb in Kilwinning.
Officers found the item with an appearance similar to ordnance in the River Garnock near Dirrans Terrace this morning.
Residents have been told to stay indoors, according to an eyewitness.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Officers found an item with an appearance similar to that of a piece of ordnance in the River Garnock near Dirrans Terrace, Kilwinning around 11.20am on Friday, 29 May, 2020.
"A 200m cordon has been put in place as a precaution. Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) have been contacted to identify the item.”
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