Panic Ensues After Fire Breaks Out At Dehradun’s Panacea Hospital; Patients Evacuated

Dehradun: A major fire broke out at Panacea Hospital in Dehradun, triggering widespread panic and chaos within the healthcare facility.

The emergency prompted an immediate rescue operation, and the administration evacuated all patients to nearby medical facilities as a precautionary measure.

The incident, which came to light during regular hospital hours, saw thick smoke billow out of the premises, creating a highly tense environment for patients, their relatives, and the hospital staff. 

Realising the vulnerability of the patients inside, hospital workers and local authorities acted swiftly to clear the wards, initiating an emergency evacuation protocol.

Fire Department’s Rapid Response

Upon receiving the distress call, the local fire department swung into immediate action. 

According to Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Abhinav Tyagi, the fire response team exhibited commendable alertness and reached the accident site within just seven minutes of the initial alert.

Highlighting the efficiency of the response, he confirmed that the fire department’s rapid intervention successfully contained the blaze before it could engulf other critical wings of the hospital. 

Steps to Monitor Situation

As news of the fire spread, senior officials from the district administration and the local police department rushed to the spot to personally oversee the rescue and relief operations. 

The area around the hospital was quickly cordoned off to ensure that fire tenders and emergency ambulances could move without any hindrance.

While the fire has been brought under control, the hospital administration and local authorities are focusing entirely on ensuring that all evacuated patients are safely accommodated and continue to receive uninterrupted medical care at the alternative hospitals.