"Critical incident" declared over leaking hospital roof
Some patients may have to be moved for repair work to be carried out
A "critical incident" has been declared at a hospital in Bridgend, because of "serious internal long-term damage to the roof."
A survey was carried out, following rain water entering the building through the roof.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board says it is now being treated as a "critical incident," with staff exploring all options to "ensure we can continue to provide care in a safe environment."
It means some patients may need to be moved to other sites within the Health Board.
Paul Mears, Chief Executive of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board said: “The safety of our staff and patients on site remains our top priority, and we are taking immediate action to bring the roof, which is more the 40 years old, up to an acceptable and modern standard.
“We fully appreciate how this is both concerning and disruptive for patients and their families, but we are committed to putting these plans in place to ensure our patients continue to be cared for properly and safely.
“This will involve some health board services and care being provided in a different place. We are currently working through these options to ensure that this causes minimal disruption to patients.
“While this is a significant situation, moving patients is not unusual – it regularly takes place to enable patients to receive scans, or receive treatment. Our staff are very used to responding quickly to ensure continuity of patient care during challenging times.”
Bosses say anyone with planned appointments should attend, unless they hear otherwise.