In pictures: Sidmouth cliff collapse at Jacob's Ladder
These images show the damage left by the latest massive cliff collapse at Jacob's Ladder beach in Sidmouth.
Sidmouth's cliffs are known for their crumbly nature, often causing huge collapses into the water as 'waterfalls of earth' crumble from natural erosion.
The latest collapse on Monday (9 October) is the second in just two weeks.
A spokesperson from East Devon District Council had previously warned locals and tourists to avoid potentially dangerous areas.
They said: "East Devon's cliffs are a key part of the scenery that attracts visitors to the area, however the cliffs pose a very real danger and caution must be exercised when visiting them.
"Rock falls and landslides are unpredictable events, occurring without warning, and can cause serious injury or death.
"Warning signs can be found in areas managed by us. The absence of a sign does not indicate there is no risk and you should always take care around the cliffs of East Devon as all are made of soft rock and pose a cliff fall danger.
"Cliff falls are a normal occurrence along the East Devon coastline."
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