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Pentagon floors on lockdown after 'hazardous materials' incident

Pentagon floors on lockdown after 'hazardous materials' incident

Summary

Several floors in the Pentagon were locked down after detecting a problem with the air quality. Hazmat teams and emergency services responded to the scene, and people in the affected areas were told to stay inside as a safety measure.

Key Facts

  • The Pentagon detected an air quality problem that caused concern.
  • Hazmat (hazardous materials) response teams came to investigate.
  • People on the affected floors were ordered to shelter in place.
  • Arlington Fire & EMS confirmed they were handling a hazardous materials incident.
  • Police in the building wore gas masks and protective chemical suits.
  • The Pentagon is the headquarters of the US Department of Defense.
  • Over 20,000 government workers work inside the Pentagon.
  • Officials said the lockdown was a precaution while they figured out the problem.
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