Emergency services rushed to Braulio Aurelio Moyano Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Barracas, Buenos Aires, after a fire broke out on the afternoon of Monday, September 7. The cause of the blaze has not been established.
Patients treated and transferred
According to reports, 50 patients were treated on site, and two were transferred to other hospitals. Emergency medical personnel helped several patients and staff members after the fire broke out.
Firefighting operation underway
Firefighters from the city were working at the 17-hectare property. The operation involves 16 Emergency Medical Care System (SAME) mobile units.
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The hospital has almost 1,500 beds and 37 assistance services. This is a breaking story; more to follow.
