A Code Black was declared following a reported bomb threat made at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Tuesday morning.
According to the hospital, around 11:15 a.m., an individual contacted the hospital with a bomb threat.
As per the hospital’s emergency procedure, a Code Black was immediately declared. Police were notified and attended. A perimeter lockdown was also initiated. Patients were still able to access the hospital only through the emergency department and are being screened prior to entry, the hospital stated.
“While we have no evidence to verify the threat, we do have a responsibility to take all threats seriously,” the hospital stated.
Around 12:10 p.m., the Peterborough Police Service stated their investigation determined the “threat was unfounded.”
“There is no concern for public safety,” police stated.
The hospital was advising all patients and family members to delay coming to the hospital until the situation was resolved.
“The safety of our patients and staff is, as always, our number one priority,” the hospital stated. “We understand how frightening this news will be for all those impacted including their family, friends and loved ones. We will keep the hospital and broader community informed as more information becomes available.”
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