A fire incident at Weston General Hospital this afternoon, Monday 27 July, led to the immediate evacuation of patients and staff from the premises. The blaze originated in the emergency department, prompting fire crews to respond swiftly to the scene.
All individuals within the hospital were safely evacuated, and the fire was effectively extinguished without reported injuries. In response to the incident, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust has urged anyone requiring urgent or emergency medical attention to seek help at the next closest emergency department or a local minor injury unit.
The emergency department at Weston General Hospital remains closed for safety reasons. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust has assured the public that it will provide updates regarding the reopening as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
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“Following a fire this afternoon, the Emergency Department at Weston General Hospital is currently closed. We will confirm when the Emergency Department can safely reopen,” stated the trust in an official communication.
The closure highlights the hospital’s commitment to patient and staff safety while ensuring that emergency care continues uninterrupted through alternative facilities in the region.