A popular British beach area was evacuated Monday after an unexploded shell was reportedly found just offshore from a lighthouse. The area is known for the high chalk sea cliff that rises to 531 feet above sea level. The Martime and Coastguard Agency said on Twitter that coast guard officials are asking people to "keep a safe distance" after the unexploded shell was discovered Sunday. The shell was found in the waters below the Belle Tout lighthouse, the Eastbourne Herald reported. It wasn't clear how old the shell may be, however, unexploded shells and bombs from World War II are often discovered throughout Britain and surrounding nations.

Source: Fox News May 20, 2019 11:41 UTC