Warning over washed-up container

A container carrying a hazardous chemical has been washed up along the Gower coast, west of Swansea.

The chemical is an irritant to the eyes and throat and police are urging the public to stay away from coastal paths in south Gower until further notice.

Police and coastguards had to leave the area, which is remote and away from housing, as a force eight gale blew in.

Work to remove the container - which is not thought to be leaking - will continue when conditions improve.

The Environment Agency has been informed of the incident.

The exact location is not being released at present to protect public safety.