Detroit, MI – December 15, 2025 — In a startling Facebook Live broadcast just after 1 AM, Clay Gardner drew attention to a troubling situation unfolding at Henry Ford Hospital on Morros in Detroit. On what has been recorded as the coldest day of the year, with wind chills dropping below -10 degrees Fahrenheit, Gardner expressed his frustrations regarding a significant heat outage in the hospital.

Throughout the video, Gardner highlighted the conditions faced by patients and staff alike, stating that the hospital was “freezing” while the nurses continued their duties as if the situation was normal. He described how caregivers were provided only thin blankets to cope with the frigid environment, an inadequate solution given the circumstances.

“It like I’m laying outside,” Gardner lamented, reflecting on the discomfort of trying to rest in such icy conditions. He further spoke about the challenges in using the bathroom or taking showers, emphasizing that the cold was not just an inconvenience but a serious issue affecting the health and safety of those within the hospital.

As of now, there has been no official response from Henry Ford Hospital regarding the low temprature or if there is a heat outage, or the measures being taken to rectify the situation.

Clay Gardner’s bold move to raise awareness about the heat outage reflects a growing concern among Detroit residents about the state of essential services during extreme weather events, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in healthcare facilities.