'Critical Incident' Declared as Ambulance Service Battles Heatwave
- On Thursday, June 25, the South Central Ambulance Service , Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, and University Hospitals Southampton NHS Trust declared critical incidents due to sustained and significant demand amid extreme heat.
- The Met Office issued a red 'danger to life' heat alert, while Queen Alexandra Hospital reported infrastructure failures after chiller units failed on Wednesday, hindering cooling of vital systems.
- Paul Grundy, chief medical officer at University Hospital Southampton, said the emergency department was under "substantial pressure," urging the public to avoid coming unless they face "life- or limb-threatening illness."
- Mark Ainsworth, executive director of operations at SCAS, acknowledged that "response times are longer than they should be" while the service activated a 'critical incident response cell' to prioritize patients.
- Dr Charlotte Hutchings, deputy chief medical officer for NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, said "planning ahead is important," recommending people stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activity during peak heat.
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EMAS declares critical incident as heatwave hits ambulance service
East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has declared a critical incident as the heatwave drives a surge in 999 demand, urging the public to use NHS services wisely and seek alternative care for non-life-threatening conditions
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