The maternity ward has suffered a blackout.
Blackpool Victoria Hospital has been hit with a loss of power A hospital has declared a major incident after severe flooding led to a loss of power. The maternity ward at Blackpool Victoria Hospital Women’s and Children’s Unit has been shut after suffering a complete blackout. Expectant mothers and babies were forced to evacuate and moved to other parts of the hospital.
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