A huge blaze that triggered a major incident at Southampton General Hospital early Sunday...
Published: 7:20 pm February 3, 2026
Updated: 3:10 am February 23, 2026

 

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A huge blaze that triggered a major incident at Southampton General Hospital early Sunday morning was sparked by an electrical fault, officials have confirmed.

Massive Emergency Response

The fire broke out in the hospital’s west wing around 5:30am, sending plumes of smoke through the building and forcing a rapid evacuation. More than 100 firefighters battled the flames, while hospital staff swiftly moved over 500 patients to safety.
Despite the chaos, hospital staff are praised for their swift action and dedication in managing the crisis and recovery.

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