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Water leaks disrupt operations at Seberang Jaya Hospital
Staff at Seberang Jaya Hospital in Seberang Perai were forced to use umbrellas indoors following ceiling leaks, though no patients were directly affected by the incident.
LSN Malaysia ·
SEBERANG PERAI — Healthcare workers at Seberang Jaya Hospital resorted to unconventional measures on Thursday evening as water leaked through multiple ceiling sections within the facility.
Photographs from the scene showed staff members holding umbrellas while attending to duties, highlighting the extent of the water intrusion that occurred during the night shift. Despite the disruptive conditions, hospital authorities confirmed that patient care and safety remained uncompromised.
The incident has raised concerns about the maintenance standards at the facility, particularly regarding its structural integrity and weatherproofing. Seberang Perai is one of the key healthcare installations serving the northern region of Penang state.
No official statement has been released regarding the cause of the leaks or timelines for repairs. Hospital management is expected to conduct a thorough inspection of the affected areas to prevent future occurrences and ensure uninterrupted service delivery.