Jefferson Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia reopened May 23 after a power outage and flooding led to a temporary closure and patient evacuation.
The reopening follows authorization by the Pennsylvania Department of Health after power was restored, according to a May 22 news release from Jefferson Health.
The hospital closed after a pipe burst May 19 in the basement, causing flooding that disrupted power and prevented backup generators from activating. About 120 patients were transferred to other facilities as part of the response effort.
In a statement, Jefferson CEO Joseph Cacchione, MD, credited employees, first responders and partners for helping maintain patient care during the closure.
“We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to the successful response effort and helped ensure the safety and well-being of our patients,” Dr. Cacchione said.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital is a 220-bed hospital in South Philadelphia that offers emergency care, cancer services and neurology care.
Editor’s note: This story was updated on June 1.
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