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In the heart of Jerusalem, beneath the bustling city streets, lies a hidden sanctuary prepared for the worst. Sky News recently gained exclusive access to an underground hospital at the Herzog Medical Centre, where Israeli doctors are bracing themselves for potential escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Dr. Yehezkel Caine, leading the preparations, revealed that the hospital has expanded its capacity to 350 beds, with plans for an additional 100 beds in the works. The underground facility is equipped to withstand biological and chemical attacks, with an airlock featuring two sets of blast doors for added protection.

The hospital’s staff are gearing up for worst-case scenarios, such as a full-scale war with Hezbollah, where other hospitals closer to the front lines may need to evacuate patients to the underground bunker. Dr. Caine emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that the civilian population in Israel is facing an unprecedented level of threat.

Above ground, the Herzog Medical Centre continues to provide specialized care, including ventilator units, psycho trauma treatment, and geriatric rehabilitation. In the event of an attack on Jerusalem itself, the hospital can swiftly evacuate vulnerable patients to the underground bunkers, sealed off for up to 96 hours in a Noah’s Ark procedure.

As tensions escalate on the northern border, with Israel launching intense bombardments on Hezbollah targets, the need for preparedness is more crucial than ever. The dedicated staff at Jerusalem’s largest underground hospital are conducting regular drills, ensuring they are ready to handle any potential influx of casualties.

In the face of uncertainty, the doctors at the Herzog Medical Centre stand ready to provide lifesaving care to those in need, no matter the circumstances.