EVERETT, Mass. — A HAZMAT investigation is underway after reports that a person was disposing drug-making chemicals across the city.
According to the City of Everett, a State HazMat team in protective gear was called to 51 Gledhill Avenue in Everett to search and secure the premises in response to reports of an individual disposing of chemicals related to the manufacturing of illicit narcotics at multiple locations around the city.
The Gledhill Avenue home is just feet from Everett High School. According to officials, there is no immediate threat to the public and Everett Public Schools have been notified.
City officials did not share any details on what the chemicals or narcotics were.
“Everett Police and Fire currently have the area cordoned off and the public is urged to stay clear of the area until it is rendered safe by first responders,” the city wrote. “There remains no immediate threat to the public and the Everett Public Schools have been notified. A traffic management plan was put in place to safely coordinate the dismissal of Everett High School.”
Hours before, in the early morning, Boston 25 News saw a crew in protective gear handling another potential hazardous materials scene in Everett, just a half-mile away, off Mount Washington Street. Officials did not confirm whether the two are related.
Malden police also told Boston 25 News officers assisted in blocking off a portion of Lynn Street on Monday as “spillage” believed to be connected to the Everett investigation was cleaned up.
Neighbors returning home from work to crime scene tape on their block expressed concern.
“It’s scary that it’s that close to your home,” said Licia Commito. “You start thinking of all the ‘what ifs.’ You just have to be thankful that it was uncovered and that nothing bad happened, and we can just move along.”
The State Fire Marshal’s Office reported no arrests had been made or charges filed as of Monday night.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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