No casualties after ceiling collapses at Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital’s emergency dept in Klang

Shah Alam, Oct 21 — No individuals were harmed in a recent ceiling collapse incident at the Emergency and Trauma Department of Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital (HTAR) in Klang, according to the Selangor State Health Department (JKNS). The occurrence took place at 7:15pm along the corridor leading to the department's Blue Zone area.

In a report, JKNS disclosed that preliminary assessments indicated a leaking pipe within the ceiling had compromised the structural integrity, resulting in the collapse. Following the event, the health authority swiftly implemented safety protocols. The impacted pathway was confined, and alternative pathways were established to facilitate patient and staff movement within HTAR's Emergency and Trauma Department.

Subsequently, cleaning, repair works, and a thorough technical investigation were conducted by the designated concessionaire to guarantee a secure environment. JKNS confirmed that these repairs were completed, and the pathway was reopened at 2:30am on the following day, with the department's services continuing to function without interruption.

The hospital remains dedicated to upholding the safety of patients, visitors, and healthcare personnel.