Beachgoers watched on in dismay as a helicopter hovered above Sandbanks last night.

Clouds of sand billow up as they clear a stretch of beach in a video shared on social media. 

A man can be seen guiding the helicopter as it lands near the waterfront. 

Four land ambulances are also reported to have attended the incident at around 8pm on Tuesday. 

It is unknown why emergency services were called, however, Dorset Police and South Western Ambulance Service have been contacted for more information.

More to follow...