Hospital ER Closure Continues: Penticton Regional Hospital Takes Over

South Okanagan General Hospital's emergency department has been temporarily closed overnight, with patients advised to seek care at Penticton Regional Hospital.

Following a series of recent closures, South Okanagan General Hospital's emergency department has once again been temporarily shut down overnight. The closure began at 5 PM on August 28 and is expected to continue until Friday morning.

Patients requiring urgent medical attention can now access care at Penticton Regional Hospital during this time. Non-emergency health information and assistance are available through HealthLinkBC or by calling 811.