Homes evacuated after discovery of suspicious object

A number of residents have been evacuated from their homes in north Belfast following the discovery of a suspicious object in the area.

Eia Street, which is off the Antrim Road, is closed at its junction with Brookhill Avenue.

A bomb disposal team is working at the scene.

Police said the object was found on Monday afternoon and "a number of homes" were advised to evacuate as enquiries continue.

They have also advised motorists to avoid the area.