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UPDATE: The Malone Road in South Belfast is closed, and not Botanic Avenue as previously stated by police.

The Malone Road in South Belfast has been closed this evening after part of the road subsided.

Shortly before 6.30pm police confirmed that diversions were in place in South Belfast and the area should be avoided.

A police statement said: "Diversions are in place at Wellington Park and Eglantine Avenue."

There are no further details as to the extent damage to the road.