Several homes in South Nelson have been evacuated this evening, after Police were notified earlier of a suspicious item at a Waimea Road address.
Police were called about 5.20pm and advised of the item being left at a property and an alleged threat being made.
A cordon has been established and a New Zealand Defence Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal team has been called to assess the item.
A number of homes in the area, including a section of Waimea Road and Renwick Place, have been evacuated as a precaution.
Anyone affected can now go to Victory Community Centre at 2 Totara Street, Nelson South, Nelson, which has been set up as a temporary evacuation centre.
We appreciate people's patience as we work to ensure everyone is safe.
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