5:28 p.m. Update: Illini Alert reports that the issue has been resolved and it's now safe to resume regular activities.
URBANA, Ill. (WAND) — An Illini Alert is warning of a hazardous materials release at 1101 Springfield Avenue in Urbana.
The alert, which went out around 3:20 p.m., recommends leaving the area if safe to do so as there is a possible inhalation hazard.
1101 Springfield Ave is near the intersection of Springfield and N. Goodwin Avenue.
As of 3:41, Illini Alert reported that the Urbana Fire Department is on the scene for cleanup.
An alert sent just before 4:30 p.m. stated that the hazard appears to be contained to a lab in the Engineering Sciences Building.
The area should continue to be avoided during cleanup.
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