(Danville, Va.) — Sovah Health has initiated its emergency response plan and is proactively taking steps to prepare for the potential impact of Hurricane Florence.

As part of its emergency response plan, Sovah Health is preparing employees and providers to ensure they are well-equipped to serve the region during this critical time of need. Extra staff will be available to accommodate higher patient volumes and to support the transfer of patients to neighboring facilities, as needed.

Hospital leaders are working around-the-clock to ensure that the facility will have the appropriate capacity and supplies to continue caring for patients and supporting staff in the days ahead.

Sovah Health is closely collaborating with the Emergency Management offices in Danville & Pittsylvania County and Martinsville & Henry County to stay abreast of the latest storm developments, collaborate on appropriate response protocols and provide updates to the communities.