Hospital services at Royal University Hospital (RUH) and the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH) in Saskatoon have resumed following a bomb threat that was successfully resolved. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) confirmed the situation in a news release on Wednesday afternoon.
The SHA reported that a “code black” alert was issued, indicating a bomb threat had been received. Both RUH and JPCH were immediately put on lockdown, restricting access for both the public and patients. Saskatoon police, along with hazmat units, promptly responded to the scene to investigate the threat.
After thorough investigations, SHA received an “all-clear” signal at 2:30 p.m. CST, allowing the lockdown to be lifted and hospital operations to resume normally.
In a statement, SHA expressed gratitude towards the staff and physicians for their swift action in implementing emergency protocols. The organization also thanked patients and the public for their patience and cooperation during the disruption.
Patients who had their medical appointments affected by the lockdown will be contacted to reschedule. SHA emphasized the importance of safety and assured that all necessary measures were taken to protect everyone involved.
The response from the Saskatoon community has been one of relief and support for the swift resolution of the threat. The collaboration between SHA, law enforcement, and emergency response teams highlights the effectiveness of coordinated emergency protocols in ensuring public safety.
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