An East Las Vegas nursing home has reopened its doors after facing a critical air conditioning emergency that put the health and safety of its elderly residents at risk.
Residents Endure High Temperatures
The recent heatwave in Las Vegas led to soaring temperatures inside the Varsobia Home Care facility, where residents in their 80's and 90's were left to endure nearly two weeks of extreme heat. Concerns were raised as video footage revealed thermostat readings of up to 95 degrees, prompting worries about the well-being of the vulnerable residents.
Swift Action Taken
Following media coverage of the situation, the management of the nursing home acted swiftly. Residents were relocated to alternative facilities owned by the management to ensure their immediate safety and comfort. An inspection by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services was conducted to verify that residents were receiving adequate care in a secure environment.
Conditions Restored
Channel 13 revisited the nursing home on Thursday to find that the air conditioning system had been repaired. Staff members confirmed that residents had been moved back to the facility, and all necessary repairs had been completed in a timely manner.
Ongoing Investigation
The Nevada state authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the Varsobia Home Care facility to address the circumstances that led to the prolonged air conditioning crisis. Channel 13 reached out to the facility's owners for an explanation regarding the delayed repairs and will provide updates on their response. The priority remains to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents in the facility.