A Co Down road is closed this afternoon following a crash involving 'several vehicles', police say.
Motorists are being urged to avoid the area.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "The Glen Road in Comber is closed due to a road traffic collision involving several vehicles.
"Emergency services are on scene, and the road is expected to be closed for some time.
"Drivers should seek a alternative route."
There are no further details at this stage.
Meanwhile, a controlled explosion has been carried out on a viable device that "could easily have detonated, or have been picked up by anyone, including children".
Police are appealing for information following the security alert in Newry.
A PSNI spokeswoman said: "A report of a suspicious object found in the Ashgrove Road area of the city was made to police at around 3.30pm yesterday afternoon (Saturday, 20th February).
"Police and ATO attended the scene, and ATO carried out a controlled explosion. At this time, it is believed to have been a viable device."
Newry, Mourne & Down District Commander, Superintendent Norman Haslett said: "As part of our public safety operation, a number of homes were evacuated.
"Some of the residents affected made use of the local leisure centre, as facilitated by the local Council. As of this time, most of the families have returned home and any roads closed have reopened."
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