Asbestos has been dumped in the middle of a road, forcing it to be closed.

Paradise Drive in Eastbourne has been temporarily closed due to the flytipping.

(Image: Eastbourne Borough Council)

Eastbourne Borough Council’s environment first team are on site with East Sussex Highways and are working with removal contractors to have the hazardous waste removed as soon as possible, they said..

A council spokesman said: “Pedestrians, please keep clear of the area as this waste presents a health hazard to anyone not wearing protective equipment.

“Unfortunately, there is no identifying evidence amongst the waste. However, if you have information to share on this crime, please report it to Sussex Police.”