The public has been warned to “stay clear” of unstable cliffs ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend.
East Sussex County Council has issued the warning to those planning to visit the East Sussex coastline, including popular beauty spots such as Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Seaford Head.
It asked people to avoid standing near the edge of fragile cliffs or walking too close to the cliff base, due to the risk of areas of the chalk cliffs falling away.
The public are urged to follow advice when visiting the Sussex beauty spots (Image: Arild Vågen)
A spokeswoman for the council said: “Chalk cliffs are extremely unstable and can fall at any time, without warning.
“There are many overhangs and cracks along East Sussex’s cliffs that visitors may not be able to see, and often people underestimate the risks they are taking.
“We all want people to come to East Sussex and enjoy its beautiful coastline but would urge people to do so safely and be aware of the danger that chalk cliffs present.”
Despite the monitoring of the cliffs, the majority of falls along the coast happen with no warning.
Visitors are also urged to be aware of tide times to avoid being cut off or forced to walk beneath the cliffs.
People had to be rescued from the beach at Birling Gap in January (Image: Eddie Mitchell)
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In January, two families and a dog were winched to safety after becoming trapped on the beach at Birling Gap.
The nine people and a dog were lifted off the beach after the steps, leading onto the beach, were damaged in a cliff fall.
Members of the public should call 999 and ask for the Coastguard, if they see anyone in danger or witness someone fall. People are advised not to attempt to rescue them.