Authorities are investigating a situation in a North Fort Myers neighborhood near Harbor Drive, with the Lee County Sheriff's Office and bomb experts from the ATF on the scene Tuesday morning.
The area is blocked off, and officials are using drones and have set up a command center in the neighborhood near the base of the Edison Bridge.
The ATF in Tampa confirmed that bomb experts are present, but they have not disclosed the specifics of the investigation.
Witnesses are being interviewed, and firefighters are preparing to decontaminate individuals after questioning, suggesting the presence of hazardous materials.
A neighbor mentioned hearing about a bomb, but authorities clarified that only materials are present.
Despite the large police and fire presence, the ATF assured that the community is safe, and there are no evacuations at this time. The investigation is being led by the ATF in Tampa, and a statement is expected soon.
This is a developing story.
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