Emergency drill at Santa Creu de Jesús Hospital with Civil Protection and Mossos

Hospital Santa Creu de Jesús activated an emergency drill this morning that mobilized several external units. Coordination was key to testing the response to critical situations.

The drill took place on May 26, 2026, in Tortosa, with the participation of Civil Protection, Mossos d'Esquadra, Firefighters, SEM, and Local Police, according to the Tortosa City Council.

Details of the drill at Hospital Santa Creu de Jesús

Objectives of the test

The activity aimed to verify the joint response capacity between the hospital and emergency services in a high-risk situation.

It seeks to ensure that coordination between the different bodies is smooth and that the action protocols are applied without obstacles.

Involved actors and their roles

• Civil Protection: general coordination and logistical support.
• Mossos d'Esquadra: security and control of access to the area.
• Firefighters: intervention in possible fire outbreaks or rescues.
• SEM (Medical Emergency System): emergency medical care.
• Local Police: traffic regulation and citizen support.

Context and importance of the simulation

Emergency preparation

Drills like this are essential for teams to be prepared for real responses, which often come without warning and with great impact.

They allow for detecting failures and improving both coordination and action processes at critical moments.

Interinstitutional collaboration

This test highlights the need for close collaboration between the hospital and the different emergency bodies to ensure the safety of the population.

Without this coordination, a crisis can become a severe disaster.

Reactions and official follow-up

Response from the Tortosa City Council

The City Council was responsible for announcing the test, highlighting the active participation of all involved external resources.

They emphasized the importance of maintaining these exercises periodically to improve local responses.

Follow-up and evaluation

After the drill, a detailed evaluation will be conducted to correct errors and adjust protocols.

This will allow being better prepared for possible real emergencies that may affect Tortosa and its area.

When we think about it, it is better for failures to occur now than when something really happens.

Source of the article: Tortosa City Council