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Earlier today, two government departments were evacuated due to a reported bomb threat. <\/p>

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Authorities swiftly ensured the safety of everyone in the area, cordoning off the vicinity and conducting thorough searches of both buildings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emergency services, including bomb disposal units, are assessing the threat. <\/p>

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Traffic has been redirected, and the public is advised to avoid the area until further notice.<\/p>

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