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Breaking: PGH Fire Causes Chaos, Patients Evacuated

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A fire engulfs the Philippine General Hospital, prompting the evacuation of 180 patients. Read more about the dramatic incident here!

A fire broke out at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila on Wednesday, causing chaos and panic among patients and staff. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) declared the fire under control at 3:45 p.m. after engulfing parts of the PGH building, including 4 wards. Around 180 patients were safely evacuated from the compound, with no casualties reported.

Firefighters raised alarms and worked tirelessly to contain the blaze that hit the main building of PGH in Ermita. The Department of Health (DOH) assured that NCR hospitals are prepared to accommodate patients affected by the PGH fire. The incident emphasized the importance of fire safety and emergency preparedness in healthcare facilities.

In the wake of the PGH fire, the hospital's resilience and the swift response of the BFP and healthcare workers showcased the unity and dedication in times of crisis. The community stood together to ensure the safety of all individuals involved. The solidarity and quick action taken during the incident reflect the unwavering commitment to saving lives and protecting public health.

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Fire hits PGH building (Philstar.com)

Fire engulfed parts of the Philippine General Hospital in Padre Faura St. in Manila on Wednesday.

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PGH fire now under control — BFP (INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines — A fire that hit the Main Building of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) Wednesday afternoon was declared under control at 3:45 p.m..

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PGH fire out, no casualties logged (pna.gov.ph)

MANILA – Around 180 patients were evacuated after a fire broke out inside the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) compound in Manila on Wednesday afternoon.

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Fire hits PGH main building (Manila Bulletin)

A fire broke out in the main building of Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Ermita, Manila on Wednesday, March 13. The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) ...

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Fire hits 4 PGH wards, patients transferred (GMA News Online)

A fire broke out at a ward of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP).

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Fire erupts at Philippine General Hospital in Ermita, Manila (Gulf News)

Firefighters raised the first alarm at 3:09 pm, escalating to second alarm 2 minutes later.

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Fire hits Philippine General Hospital (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines: Fire broke out at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila, on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Manila Disaster Risk ...

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DOH: NCR hospitals to accommodate patients displaced by PGH fire (INQUIRER.net)

DOH said that all hospitals in Metro Manila are ready to accommodate patients displaced after the fire in PGH.

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Fire erupts in Philippine General Hospital, over 100 patients ... (The Peninsula Qatar)

Doha, Qatar: A fire broke out in the main building of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Manila on Wednesday afternoon. Around 180 patients w...

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Fire hits PGH main building (Philstar.com)

Dozens of patients were evacuated after a fire broke out at the main building of the Philippine General Hospital in Manila yesterday.

150 patients evacuated as fire hits PGH | Claudeth Mocon-Ciriaco (Business Mirror)

The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said that the agency's Health Emergency Management Bureau (HEMB) extended assistance to University of the ...

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PGH warns against unauthorized donation drives (Manila Bulletin)

The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) has alerted the public about unauthorized donation campaigns related to the fire incident on Wednesday, March 13.

Fire hits PGH; none hurt (Malaya)

DOZENS of patients were evacuated yesterday from the state-run Philippine General Hospital in Ermita, Manila after fire broke out in its main building. No .

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