HASTINGS, Mich. — Emergency crews are responding to a suspected ricin exposure at two locations in Hastings, health officials say.
Presumptive tests indicate the poison was found at the Tyden Lofts apartment complex and a local hospital.
First responders evacuated the apartment building. The Red Cross set up a shelter for displaced residents.
At Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, staff isolated a patient who arrived with the substance.
Officials say the affected areas are contained and there is no threat to the public.
The FBI and Michigan State Police are now investigating.
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