Natural Gas Leak in ER Triggers Evacuations at Ephrata Hospital

January 02, 2026 | Ephrata, PA

A natural gas leak reported in the emergency room has led to partial evacuations at Ephrata Community Hospital. Firefighters responded early Thursday morning to a strong odor of natural gas in Room 11 of the ER. Partial evacuations are underway as crews work to contain the situation at the facility located at 169 Martin Ave.

Fire Department On Scene w/ strong odor of nat gas in room 11 in e.r., partial evacs in Progress.

The incident was dispatched at 2:28 a.m. on Jan. 2. No injuries have been reported, and authorities are investigating the source of the leak.

This event underscores the importance of rapid response protocols in healthcare settings to ensure patient and staff safety.

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