In the chaotic hours of a devastating fire at the Princess Margaret Infant and Maternal Services (PIMS) ward, a seasoned nurse fought to rescue newborns as flames roared and cries filled the corridors. She managed to pull one infant to safety, an act that haunts her with both relief and profound grief for the 14 babies who perished despite her desperate efforts. The nurse recounts the harrowing scene—smoke choking the air, frantic staff scrambling, and the relentless sound of mothers’ screams—painting a vivid picture of the tragedy that shocked the community. Her testimony underscores the urgent need for stricter safety protocols in neonatal units and honors the memory of the children lost in the blaze.
The PIMS nurse who saved one newborn recalls the fire, the screams and the 14 babies she could not save.
