HENDERSON (KTNV) — The Henderson Main Post Office closed temporarily due to the discovery of mercury in their office on Thursday.
At around 2:43 p.m., the Henderson Fire Department received a HAZMAT call when employees found half a tablespoon of mercury.
VIDEO: Henderson post office discovers mercury at office
This caused an emergency suspension of the office, not a permanent closure.
More details will be provided on the reopening of the post office.
The building was evacuated, and no injuries have been reported.
It's unknown why the mercury was sent to the post office, but the United States Postal Service is reminding customers that mercury metal and devices containing mercury are always prohibited from mailing.
For a full list of prohibited materials, click here.
