A photograph, date unspecified, depicts the emergency room at All Saints Springhill Hospital. This image was provided by NS Health.


March 05, 2024

In an unexpected turn of events on Monday night, All Saints Springhill Hospital in Springhill, Nova Scotia, found itself enveloped in smoke, prompting the urgent evacuation of its inpatients. Nova Scotia Health swiftly responded to the crisis, orchestrating the safe transfer of 21 individuals to various locations within the Northern Zone or facilitating their discharge to their homes. The cause of the smoke and its potential hazards remain shrouded in mystery, leaving patients and staff on edge.

As the smoke dissipated, it left a trail of uncertainty in its wake, forcing the cancellation of all scheduled appointments for the following day. The ripple effect of this evacuation cascaded through various sectors of the hospital, disrupting outpatient laboratory and diagnostic imaging appointments, ambulatory care clinics, rehabilitation clinics, and primary health care clinics. Amidst this turmoil, Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre stepped up to provide essential renal dialysis services, ensuring continuity of critical care for those in need.

As dawn breaks on Tuesday, Nova Scotia Health pledges to keep the public informed with timely updates on the situation. Efforts are underway to reach out to affected patients, offering assurance and assistance in rescheduling appointments or procedures. In this time of uncertainty, individuals seeking medical guidance are urged to dial 811 for general health advice, while those facing urgent medical crises are implored to dial 911 without hesitation.

For those grappling with mental health challenges amidst this upheaval, the Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line stands as a beacon of support, accessible 24/7 at 1-888-429-8167.

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