Fireworks prompt San Francisco General lockdown, evacuation

Reported gunfire in Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center that triggered a facility lockdown Thursday turned out to be fireworks, KRON4 reported.

Advertisement

Authorities confirmed no gunshots were fired, and the sounds reported as gunshots were most likely caused by a firecracker. One person reportedly heard the sounds. The explosion set off a fire alarm. Evidence of illegal fireworks was discovered at the hospital.

During the lockdown and later evacuation, commuters near the hospital were told to take alternate routes and nearby roads were closed, according to KRON4.

No suspect has been named. Officials are analyzing surveillance images.

More articles about healthcare news and analysis:
Man shoots himself in Oklahoma hospital parking lot
Abandoned Calif. hospital catches fire
Apple hopes to encourage organ donation with new app

 

Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit

Advertisement

Next Up in Public Health

Advertisement

Comments are closed.