A small fire occurred in a bed at the Regional Hospital of Registro in São Paulo due to an air conditioning unit igniting, but it was quickly controlled with no reported injuries.
On the morning of Monday, the 16th, a small fire broke out in the Regional Hospital of Registro (HRR) in interior São Paulo, caused by an air conditioning unit igniting. The São Paulo Fire Department reported that they were alerted around 10 a.m. and the hospital's fire brigade was able to quickly control the situation. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the fire department confirmed that they conducted an inspection of the affected area to assess safety conditions.
After evaluating the scene, fire department officials declared the area safe for continued operation, with ongoing oversight by the hospital's safety technician. The incident highlights the importance of fire safety measures within hospital facilities, particularly regarding electrical equipment that is frequently used, such as air conditioning units. Precautions and regular maintenance are essential to prevent potential fire hazards.
The g1 news agency reached out for further information from the State Health Secretary, the hospital administration, and the State Civil Defense; however, they had not obtained a response by the time this report was updated. The quick response by the hospital's fire brigade and the fire department has been praised, underscoring the effective emergency protocols in place that helped to mitigate what could have been a much more serious incident.
