S.D. hospital plans re-opening after tornado

Three tornadoes touched down in Sioux Falls in September


Avera Health officials have released a timeline for opening Avera Behavioral Hospital for mental health emergencies, according to an article on the Argus Leader website.

Some damaged parts of the hospital have already started to open.

Construction on Avera Behavioral is expected to finish in May.

A tornado struck the hospital during the Sept. 10 storm that ravaged other parts of Sioux Falls. Three tornadoes touched down in Sioux Falls in September.

Read the article.



December 6, 2019


Topic Area: Industry News


Recent Posts

CRAB Alert: The EVS Role in Preventing Infection

CRAB is a Gram-negative bacterium that causes bloodstream infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, surgical wound infections and meningitis in hospitalized patients.


Why Hospital Waiting Rooms Aren't Going Away

Despite advances in technology, thoughtfully designed reception spaces continue to evolve.


Ground Broken on Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Hospital

The hospital is aiming to open in 2030 on Mount Sinai’s Upper East Side campus.


Design, Compartmentation, Training: How Defend-in-Place Strategies Can Protect Patients

Effective defend-in-place strategies depend on compartmentation, fire-rated assemblies and ongoing staff training to protect patients who cannot quickly evacuate.


Milestone Marked with Topping Out Ceremony for BayCare Hospital Manatee

Construction remains on schedule, with crews continuing work on interior spaces, infrastructure and clinical areas throughout the facility.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.