Residents of a UK city were evacuated from their homes today after reports of a suspicious package. Police and the bomb squad rushed to the scene in Argyle Road, Bristol, after the discovery was made. BristolLive reports that the road was evacuated. A witness said: "My road in Bristol is blocked off with police due to a suspicious package. They’re evacuating the street". Another said: "Major evacuation is ongoing in St Paul's, Wilder Street etc?"

They added: "Daughter was told to evacuate to Portland Square. The place is packed. Loads of police, ambulance and first responders in the area." Police and ambulance personnel attended, and it has been confirmed that the item was safe and has been seized. A spokesperson for Somerset and Avon Police said: "Police can confirm a suspicious item found in Bristol was a false alarm. Specialist units who examined the object declared it to be safe and it has been seized.

"Officers would like to thank residents who were asked to leave their homes in Argyle Road and surrounding streets.

"They were asked to evacuate out of an abundance of caution. We're sorry for the disruption but our priority must be keeping everyone safe."

They added: "Officers were called just before midday today, Saturday 12 April, by a concerned member of the public. They did the right thing by calling us and we're grateful to them.

"Following examination by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit, all precautionary cordons were lifted by about 4.30pm and residents can return home."