UPDATE (11:17 P.M.): Baltimore Police say the potential explosive device at Fort McHenry has been removed from the area and observation will continue throughout the night by partnering federal agencies.
There is no active threat to the public and all safety protocols have been lifted, per police.
The area should still be avoided until operations end fully.
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UPDATE (7:53 p.m.): Baltimore City Police say the Hazardous Device remain on the scene of an explosive device at Fort McHenry
Officials say they are working alongside Air Force Explosive Ordinance Disposal technicians to render the device safe.
Gas in the area will shut off as the device is expected to be rendered safe sometime this evening, which will result in a loud bang, per police.
"All precautions are being taken to protect the community, officers and technicians. Please avoid the area, as it remains closed to the public."
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Construction workers discovered an old cannonball at Fort McHenry on Friday, prompting officials to call it a potential explosive device.
The Baltimore City Fire Department dispatched its Bomb Squad and a Hazmat unit to the scene as a precaution.
The incident remains under investigation.
