Carilion goes into Diversion Mode with ER overcrowding Gene Marrano September 10, 2021 1 minute read It happens infrequently but occurred again last week for a short period – the Carilion Clinic Emergency Department was in a “Diversion” mode, in large part due to the COVID spike. WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: Share: Post navigation Previous: In Depth: Vaccine hesitancy and African-AmericansNext: Taps for 9/11 victims in Boones Mill tomorrow morning Related Stories Virginia advocates say Spanberger veto on marijuana retail market breaks promise, extends years-long stalemate Ian Price May 20, 2026 Festival in the Park is back this weekend Gene Marrano May 20, 2026 Festival in the Park, historic play coming to Attic Productions Gene Marrano May 20, 2026