Swarm of bees prompts temporary closure of Manhattan Beach pier

A large swarm of bees prompted police to clear the Manhattan Beach pier on Saturday. 

The bees were reported to Manhattan Beach Police Department officers at around 4 p.m., according to an officer who spoke to KCAL News. 

In order to allow the bees to leave the area on their own, police blocked off the pier to the public. 

No injuries were reported in the incident. 

It remains unclear how long the pier will be closed. 

At around 10:30 p.m., city officials said that the pier was still closed as they were waiting for a bee removal company to assist. 

This is a developing story. Check back for details.