In response to a virus outbreak that affected students and staff at a municipal school in Macaubal, Brazil, water samples have been collected for analysis. The outbreak prompted local authorities to suspend classes for two days, from Wednesday, November 11, to Friday, November 13, 2023. This measure was taken to ensure the safety of the students and staff as the health department investigates the cause of the outbreak.

The outbreak primarily affected the EMEI 'Prof. Octávio Dezan Sobrinho', where around 144 children aged up to five years are enrolled. Reports indicated that 50 of these students exhibited symptoms such as vomiting and fever, leading to significant concern among parents and the local community. Additional testing included the collection of stool samples from some affected individuals to help identify the specific virus involved.

In total, the outbreak resulted in 79 people needing medical attention, including 56 children and 23 adults. Fortunately, all reported cases are recovering. Local authorities are working diligently to ensure proper health standards and prevent further incidents as they await the results of the water analysis from the Adolfo Lutz Institute in São José do Rio Preto, a crucial step in determining the cause of the outbreak and ensuring the safety of the community.