UPA São José Patients Transferred After Power Outage ExtendsPatients at the UPA São José emergency unit in Campinas, São Paulo, are being transferred to other healthcare facilities following an extended power outage. The electricity was disconnected at 9 AM as part of ongoing renovations, with the initial expectation that power would be restored by 4 PM.
However, the outage was prolonged, prompting authorities to initiate the transfer of patients receiving care in the unit's backup and urgent care sections. These patients are being moved via SAMU (Serviço de Atendimento Móvel de Urgência) ambulances to other facilities within the Rede Mário Gatti network.
The transfer is a precautionary measure to ensure continuous and safe medical care for all patients affected by the unexpected extension of the power disruption. The situation is being managed to minimize any impact on patient health and treatment continuity.