The public are are being asked to report any sightings of potentially hazardous chemicals after bottles washed up on two Cornish beaches.

The bottles of chemicals, contained in a green bag, wrapped in a clear polythene bag have the potential to cause harm. They were spotted after floating ashore on beaches in the Fowey and Polridmouth areas.

A police spokesman said that anyone comes across the bottles should leave them in place and contact the police or Coastguard with their location.

The police can be contacted on 08452 777444 quoting log 598 13/01/09.

The Coastguard can be contacted on 01803 882704.