Critical incident declared at Bristol hospital
Bosses are urging people not to use their sites in the city centre
Last updated 3rd May 2024
A Bristol hospital has declared a critical incident this afternoon because of a power outage.
Bosses at the BRI say they're working to get it resolved as quickly as possible.
You're urged to not attend city centre hospitals until the incident is resolved.
Dr Rebecca Maxwell, Interim Chief Medical Officer at UHBW said: “We have declared a critical incident due to a power outage. We aim to have this fully resolved as soon as possible.
"All patients, visitors and colleagues are safe.
"We ask the public not to attend our Bristol city centre hospitals until the incident is resolved and use alternative services in the area.
"We thank you for your cooperation.”
In a statement, Avon Fire and Rescue said: "We were called to reports of an incident at the Bristol Royal Infirmary at 13:43.
"Crews from Temple, Bedminster, Southmead, Kingswood, Hicks Gate, Patchway and Avonmouth responded and are currently on the scene.
"Crews are working with the hospital and emergency services colleagues to resolve the incident. Be assured that all patients, visitors and colleagues are safe.
"There are road closures in place along the following roads: Lower Maudlin Steet, Upper Maudlin Street, Marlborough Street, Jamaica Street, St Michael’s Hill and Colston Street.
"We would ask you avoid the area where possible, and follow NHS advice on accessing care."
Avon and Somerset Police said: "We were called at around 2.30pm today (Friday 3 May) to support Avon Fire and Rescue Service in responding to a suspected electrical fault at the Bristol Royal Infirmary, on Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol.
"Officers arrived on scene within 10 minutes and are supporting the fire service with road closures. The mounted section and drone units are among our resources in attendance.
"The only road closed is Upper Maudlin Street inbound (for motorists travelling towards The Bear Pit Roundabout). Motorists will be unable to join Upper Maudlin Street inbound from the adjoining roads.
"We are asking that members of the public and motorists avoid the area for the time being."