VOICED : Toll from superstorm Sandy climbs to 43

The hospital is dealing with severe flooding due to a hurricane, which has led to power outages and the loss of elevator service. The fire department is assisting in evacuating critical patients and dewatering the basement. Efforts are underway to restore power using emergency generators, as the utility grid is down. The basement is heavily flooded, complicating access and assessment of the situation.

What was one of the main challenges faced by the hospital during the hurricane?

• Communication breakdown

• Lack of medical supplies

• Flooding in the basement

• Shortage of staff

Why did the fire department assist the hospital?

• To provide medical care

• To help with dewatering and evacuations

• To repair the power grid

• To deliver food supplies

What is the purpose of checking the transfer switches?

• To disconnect them from the grid

• To replace them with new ones

• To ensure they are not damaged and can restore power

• To upgrade them to a higher capacity

What is the current source of power for the hospital?

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Emergency generators

• Battery backups

What is the main obstacle preventing access to the basement?

• Structural damage

• Heavy flooding

• Lack of lighting

• Security restrictions