26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan was evacuated following reports of a suspicious white powder found on the ninth floor. The FDNY responded with a hazmat unit. Mayor Eric Adams reassured the public of no known injuries and stated that hazmat teams were on-site for safety. Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry requested the public to avoid the area. DHS clarified that the building serves as a processing center for detainees, refuting claims of overcrowding and poor conditions.
The FDNY received a call just before 4 p.m. reporting a suspicious white powder found on the ninth floor at 26 Federal Plaza. A hazmat unit was dispatched to investigate.
Mayor Eric Adams stated there were no known injuries at the time concerning the envelopes containing white powder discovered at 26 Federal Plaza. Hazmat teams are on-site ensuring safety.
Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry asked the public to avoid the area and to follow official channels for verified updates as the investigation continues.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin clarified the building at 26 Federal Plaza is a processing center, denying allegations regarding overcrowding and poor conditions for detainees.
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