Illness at US Military Base Following Delivery of Suspicious Package
Several people fell ill at Joint Base Andrews, a U.S. military base near Washington, after a suspicious package containing an unknown white powder was delivered and opened.
“As a precaution, the building and connecting building (at the base) were evacuated, and a cordon was established around the area.”
The package was opened inside a building that also houses the Air National Guard Readiness Center. Authorities evacuated the area to ensure safety.
Joint Base Andrews is located in Maryland and is frequently used by President Donald Trump to board flights for official engagements.
Following the incident, ill individuals were taken to the Malcolm Grove Medical Center on the base. First responders determined there were no immediate threats and turned the site over to the Office of Special Investigations.
“Joint Base Andrews first responders were dispatched to the scene, determined there were no immediate threats, and have turned the scene over to the Office of Special Investigations. An investigation is currently ongoing.”
Current Status
- The building where the package was opened was evacuated.
- Medical treatment was provided at the on-base medical center.
- An investigation into the suspicious package is ongoing.
Summary: A white powder in a suspicious package caused multiple illnesses at Joint Base Andrews, prompting evacuation and an ongoing investigation with no immediate threat detected.