QEII ER only accepting life-threatening emergencies amid power outage

The QEII Halifax Infirmary emergency department is partially closed Friday night as it experiences a partial power outage.

According to the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA), the infirmary is only accepting life-threatening emergencies for now and anyone with urgent medical needs should call 911.

NSHA says anyone in need of non-urgent care should contact their family doctor or primary care provider, adding that general health advice and information can be provided 24 hours a day by calling 811.

The health authority said an update with be provided once the ER reopens.