SPRING HILL, Fla. - The Hernando County Sheriff's Office says a stick of dynamite and a "hazardous material" were found at a home in Spring Hill on Monday, forcing the evacuation of nearby homes.

What we know:

HCSO says Hernando County Fire Rescue Hazmat and the Citrus County Bomb Team responded Monday along Topaz St. near Orton Ave. and Birchwood Rd.

Neighboring homes have been evacuated, according to officials, and nearby roads have been shut down while crews retrieve the items and dispose of them.

The sheriff's office says no threats have been made.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

The Source: This story was written with information from the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. Hernando County Crime and Public Safety

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