A video screenshot shows the roof sheets dangling in the wind.
- A ward at Booth Memorial Hospital was closed
after strong winds blew off part of the roof, leading to the relocation of 20
patients as a precaution. - The hospital remains operational with roof
contractors on-site to manage and assess the damage. - The City’s fire service responded to the
incident, confirming that five roof sheets were blown off.
One ward at Booth Memorial Hospital in Oranjezicht has been closed after strong winds caused a section of the roof to blow off on Thursday 19 September.
Major Allistair Wood, administrator at the hospital, said 20 patients were moved from the top floor to the ground floor as a precautionary measure.
He added that all patients were “safe and comfortable”.
“All is under control at Booth Memorial Hospital although a section of the roof was damaged by the wind. Our excellent staff are ensuring the safety and well-being of patients and visitors.”
He said the facility remains operational.
“Roof contractors are on site managing the situation and assessing the damage.”
Edward Bosch, the spokesperson for the City’s fire service, said they received a call at 18:38 on Thursday of storm damage at the hospital.
“One fire engine attended to the scene. Five roof sheets were blown off. Twenty male patients were moved to another floor. The scene was handed over to the Booth Memorial staff and their roofing contractor.”
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness confirmed that no injuries were reported.
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