BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — A Central Florida hospital will reopen on Friday after Hurricane Milton prompted its closure earlier this week.
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On Tuesday, Health First officials made the decision to evacuate patients and staff at Cape Canaveral Hospital in Cocoa Beach.
Health First said 28 patients were safely re-admitted to other Health First hospitals throughout Brevard County.
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Brevard County felt the impacts of Milton on Wednesday and Thursday, including tornado damage spawned by the hurricane before it even made landfall.
The EF-1 tornado damaged several businesses and residences in Cocoa Beach Wednesday evening.
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Health First announced Friday that after final state inspections were completed, Cape Canaveral Hospital would reopen at 2 p.m.
In a news release, hospital officials said, “We thank the entire Brevard community – including our patients and their loved ones, our providers, associates, first responders and local and state government agencies for a smooth transition – ensuring the delivery of safe and effective care.”
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