PATIENTS at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC)’s Maternity Unit were temporarily evacuated on Saturday evening after a fire broke out in the nurses’ rest room. No injuries were reported.
According to a statement issued by the hospital, the fire occurred at approximately 18:50 hrs, and was quickly detected and extinguished by a doctor and a nurse.
The Guyana Fire Service was contacted and responded to the incident.
As a precaution, patients in the affected section of the Maternity Unit were evacuated, while the situation was brought under control. They have since been returned to the ward.
“GPHC is pleased to confirm that no injuries were reported as a result of the incident,” the hospital said, adding:
“Management commends and thanks the staff for their diligence, quick response, and prompt action in extinguishing the fire.”
In closing, the GPHC said it remains committed to safeguarding patients, visitors, and employees, and will continue to monitor the situation.