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Hazmat Response Ongoing at Greenwood Care in Evanston

Police report no threat to the public during the ongoing operation.

Overview

  • First responders were called around 11:30 a.m. to Greenwood Care at 1406 Chicago Ave., according to police.
  • Chicago Avenue is closed between Dempster Street and Lake Street, with additional restrictions between Lake Street and Greenwood Avenue.
  • Police, fire and hazmat teams remain on scene and urge drivers and pedestrians to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
  • Officials say the incident is isolated to Greenwood Care, a licensed intermediate care facility that serves adults with chronic mental illness.
  • Authorities indicate the response remains active and that further updates will be provided.