Seven hospitalized after suspicious package opened at US base

Seven Hospitalized After Suspicious Package Opened at US Military Base

Seven people were briefly hospitalized after opening a suspicious package containing a white powder at a military base near the US capital, home to Air Force One, the presidential jet.

Incident Details

The incident occurred at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, a site frequently used by senior US government officials. The base responded promptly to the situation.

"Joint Base Andrews responded to an incident here today after an individual opened a suspicious package," the base stated. "As a precaution, the building and connecting building were evacuated."

Emergency Response and Investigation

Joint Base Andrews’ first responders arrived and determined there was no immediate threat. The scene was handed over to the Office of Special Investigations for further examination.

"Joint Base Andrews first responders were dispatched to the scene, determined there were no immediate threats, and have turned the scene over to Office of Special Investigations," the statement said.

Health Impact and Substance Analysis

Seven individuals were taken to hospital but later released.
CNN reported that initial tests by a HAZMAT team found the white powder not hazardous.
Some of those affected experienced headaches, according to Fox News.
The package also contained what was described as "political propaganda."

Location Significance

Joint Base Andrews is a short drive from Washington, D.C., and is a key location for US government operations.

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RFI — 2025-11-07

Seven Hospitalized After Suspicious Package Opened at US Military Base

Incident Details

Emergency Response and Investigation

Health Impact and Substance Analysis

Location Significance

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