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"Black alert" declared by Barnsley Hospital

Barnsley Hospital declares 'black alert' as their A&E becomes overwhelmed with patients.

The hospital has seen more than 300 patients in one day, putting pressure on staff to free up beds.

It has been understood that the surge in numbers is due to other illnesses and not Covid-19 related.

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Source: The Independent, 22 June 2021

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