Just in case ...

AUBURN - Officials at Auburn Memorial Hospital want to be prepared for every possible situation that may arise, even one that involves hazardous materials and decontamination.

That's why AMH and several Auburn and Cayuga County agencies conducted a hazardous materials and decontamination drill Friday to ensure that procedures are in place and hospital staff know exactly what to do in the case of exposure.

“The point of this exercise is to make sure the hospital is prepared to deal with any emergency and is able to effectively work with area agencies,” said Barbara Perkins, assistant director of nursing and emergency preparedness.