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July 18, 2022
Creston ED placed on diversion overnight
The Creston Valley Hospital emergency department was on diversion last night, due to limited staff availability.
The emergency department was on diversion from 9 p.m. Sunday, July 17 until 7 a.m. Monday, July 18.
Interior Health regrets this temporary change to normal operations and reminds residents to take note of the following if they require care while the emergency department is closed:
- In the event of an emergency, call 911.
- Visit the emergency department at:
- East Kootenay Regional Hospital – 12 24 Ave N, Cranbrook
- Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital – 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail
- Kootenay Lake Hospital – 3 View St, Nelson
- Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 (24-hour service) if you are unsure of your need to seek emergency care
The emergency department in Creston is normally open 24/7.
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Interior Health
