10 IRS employees sickened in Kansas City, Mo., possibly by suspicious package

Aug. 4 (UPI) -- At least 10 employees at the Internal Revenue Service building in Kansas City, Mo., reported feeling ill Friday after a suspicious package was opened, emergency officials said.

Kansas City Fire Department spokesman James Garrett said people began feeling sick, vomiting and sweating after the package was opened. Two people were transported to St. Luke's Hospital and were listed in good condition.

Officials evacuated portions of the building, but business has returned to normal.

The package arrived at the building early Friday morning, though investigators haven't determined it's what caused the illnesses. Fire officials are testing for the presence of gases and fumes.