Clearwater Emergency department closing overnight Tuesday

CLEARWATER — Clearwater and area residents are advised Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Emergency Department will be on diversion from 6 p.m. today (July 12) until 7 a.m. tomorrow (July 13), due to limited staffing availability.

Interior Health says In the event of an emergency, call 911.

Residents can also visit the emergency department at one of the following facilities:

• Royal Inland Hospital – 311 Columbia Street, Kamloops
• 100 Mile House General Hospital – 555 Cedar Ave South
• Call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 (24-hour service) if you are unsure of your need to seek emergency care.