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Police, HAZMAT at Pittsburgh bank for white powder

Jul 25, 2008 10:50 AM (27 days ago) AP
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PITTSBURGH (Map, News) - Emergency crews are at a Pittsburgh bank after a report that a teller opened a night deposit envelope containing cash and a small amount of white powder.

Authorities say the teller washed her hands and brushed off her clothes and has been taken to a hospital for a blood test as a precaution.

The powder was found about 10:30 a.m. and the bank remains closed.

There are no immediate reports of injuries and no confirmation the substance is dangerous.

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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting there was not enough powder left for hazardous materials crews to test with a portable device.

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Information from: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, http://www.post-gazette.com

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