HAZMAT Incident at YRMC Monday

A hazmat incident occurred at approximately 11 a.m. Monday at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center West Campus on Willow Creek Road.

The chemical fire suppression system at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s central plant, located outside the hospital’s west campus, was activated. Emergency fire and hazmat crews were promptly notified.

Residents and businesses near the hospital were asked to shelter in place, and roads in the area were shut down for a period of time. YRMC later stated the hospital was not evacuated.

Community Outreach Manager for the City of Prescott, John Heiney, released a statement Monday afternoon, thanking the public for their patience:

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The hazmat incident was cleared, and no injuries were reported.