Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Joe Phaahla visited Tembisa Hospital today following a fire incident that occurred this morning. During his oversight visit, Dr. Phaahla urged the community to remain calm while the Department of Health works to ensure both safety measures and continued access to essential healthcare services.
The Deputy Minister is currently assessing the damage and coordinating with hospital management to implement immediate contingency plans.
This marks another concerning incident at the facility, though details about the extent of the fire, potential casualties, or service disruptions have not yet been fully disclosed.”We understand the community’s concerns following this morning’s fire,” Dr. Phaahla stated during his visit. “I want to assure everyone that the Department is taking this matter seriously and working to ensure that patient care remains uninterrupted while we address safety issues.”Local authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which follows previous incidents at the hospital.
The Department of Health has promised to provide updates as more information becomes available.