Several Kzn Health Facilities Damaged By Storms

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Several KZN health facilities damaged by storms
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Several KZN health facilities damaged by storms

Durban

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has confirmed that several health facilities in the province have been damaged by the recent storms.

The department's spokesperson, Ntokozo Maphisa, said that the storm has caused damage to roofs, windows, and other infrastructure at the facilities.

Maphisa said that the department is currently assessing the extent of the damage and working to repair the facilities as soon as possible.

eThekwini

In eThekwini, several clinics and community health centres have been damaged by the storm.

The eThekwini Municipality said that the damage includes flooding, roof damage, and power outages.

The municipality said that it is working to restore services to the affected facilities as soon as possible.

Other areas

The storm has also caused damage to health facilities in other parts of KwaZulu-Natal, including Pietermaritzburg, uMgungundlovu, and uThukela.

The department of health is working to assess the damage and repair the facilities as soon as possible.

Impact on patients

The damage to the health facilities is likely to have a significant impact on patients.

Many patients will have to travel further to access healthcare services, and some may have to wait longer for appointments.

The department of health is urging patients to be patient and understanding during this time.

Conclusion

The recent storms have caused significant damage to health facilities in KwaZulu-Natal.

The department of health is working to assess the damage and repair the facilities as soon as possible.

Patients are urged to be patient and understanding during this time.