Classes at the Norma Mônica Sabel Basic Education School in Gaspar, Santa Catarina, have been suspended due to a diarrhea outbreak that has affected 40 students and eight staff members. This school is the second largest in the municipality, catering to 780 students. The local health authority mandated the suspension while investigating the outbreak and implementing decontamination measures.

The city confirmed that while the source of the infection originated outside the school, it has since led to the spread of the illness among students. The exact virus causing the outbreak has not been disclosed, but the authorities emphasize the need for parents to keep children who display symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting at home. Information regarding the resumption of classes is expected to be provided by the end of the day.

Parents and students seeking guidance on the situation are encouraged to contact the Education Department. The local government's note reinforces the importance of not sending symptomatic children to school or daycare, highlighting a proactive approach to prevent further spread of the virus within the educational environment.