Washington, D.C. – The United States Secret Service is currently dealing with a hazardous materials situation at the White House, Your Content is learning.
The exact nature of the hazardous materials involved and the circumstances surrounding the incident are yet to be disclosed by the authorities.
The White House grounds were swiftly evacuated on Sunday after the United States Secret Service (USSS) discovered an “unknown item” on the premises, as confirmed by a spokesperson from the USSS in a statement to Fox News Digital.
According to the spokesperson, “U.S. Secret Service Uniform Division Officers located an unknown item on the White House complex.” As a precautionary measure, the decision was made to evacuate the White House grounds and summon the Hazmat team from the DC Fire Department. The area near 18th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue was cordoned off by Secret Service units, ensuring the safety of the surrounding areas.
Although the USSS did not disclose any specific details about the nature of the “unknown item,” they took immediate action to assess and mitigate any potential risks.
The USSS spokesperson announced that all road closures surrounding the White House have now been lifted. The situation has been resolved, and normalcy is being restored in the vicinity.
As the investigation continues, further information regarding the nature of the “unknown item” and any related developments will be reported by Your Content.
This is a developing story, and Your Content will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.