A GOLD Coast beach has been re-opened after Fire and Rescue crews removed a potentially lethal gas canister which washed ashore.
The canister, which had a slight leak, has been disposed of safely.
Police acted swiftly to shut down a section of Broadbeach just after 8am (AEST) on Wednesday.
It's believed the canister is similar to others found along Queensland's east coast, and in northern NSW, over the past year.
They contain the potentially lethal substance aluminium phosphide.
Even mild exposure causes nausea, fatigue and pressure in the chest.
Authorities have been urging beach-goers to avoid the canisters if they see them, as the gas can self-ignite.
Anyone who discovers a canister is being told to stay well clear and call police.
In January this year, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority said the canisters had likely been lost from a ship.
Aluminium phosphide is often used to fumigate ships.
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