‘All Clear’ issued after part of Keesler Medical Center evacuated over suspicious package
An “All Clear” has been issued after a suspicious package was found inside the Keesler Medical Center in Biloxi Thursday morning, Keesler Air Force Base announced.
The pharmacy and the front lobby were evacuated after the package was discovered at about 11:15 a.m. on Thursday.
The package tested negative for hazardous material and the Air Force Office of Special Investigations has taken over the investigation.
“Our first responders were well equipped to handle this situation and worked diligently to ensure the safety of everyone on Keesler AFB and our communities,” Col Heather Blackwell said in a statement. “This incident site is under control and poses no danger at this time. I am very proud of their rapid and professional response.”
Keesler Medical Center has resumed normal operations, but base officials are advising any personnel who use the base post office to place suspicious mail in a plastic bag and call 911 immediately.
“As soon as the incident occurred, our first responders implemented the emergency procedures we trained for,” said Col. Ryan Crowley, 81st Training Wing Mission Support Group commander. “We train and conduct exercises regularly in order to be as safe and prepared as possible. While the event was unexpected, our training for this type of scenario supports our capability to respond effectively and efficiently.”
This story was originally published February 11, 2021 at 1:04 PM.
