37 People treated by the SEM and 356 Actions by Rural Agents during the eclipse in Tarragona
During the total solar eclipse, the Emergency Medical System (SEM) attended to 37 people and the Rural Agents carried out more than 350 actions in Tarragona and surrounding areas. The Firefighters intervened in Altafulla to prevent risks related to observing the phenomenon from stopped trains.
The day was marked by an increasing flow of traffic and occasional risk situations that required a coordinated response among emergency services.
Emergency response during the eclipse
What medical incidents were recorded during the eclipse?
The SEM received 41 calls and attended to 37 people, of whom two required an ambulance. The other 35 cases were managed by phone, which shows an effective deployment with few serious cases.
How did the Firefighters act in Altafulla?
The Firefighters intervened in Altafulla to remove people who had climbed onto the wagons of some stopped freight trains, thus avoiding the risk of electrocution. A young man fell and was transferred to a medical center. Electrification and railway traffic were cut off for safety.
Control and regulation in the natural and road areas
Why was there an intervention on Trabucador beach?
The Rural Agents removed groups of people who had set up with parasols and chairs in protected areas of Trabucador beach, preserving the natural space during the eclipse day.
What impacts occurred on the roadways?
The Catalan Traffic Service reported a progressive increase in southbound traffic, especially on the AP-7, N-340, C-32, and C-31, with delays caused by various accidents and an afternoon volume increase that normalized after 8 p.m.
Actions of the Rural Agents and notable incidents
How many actions did the Rural Agents carry out and why?
The Rural Agents carried out 356 actions related to the regulation of people and vehicles and public awareness during the eclipse. They issued 10 fines for inappropriate motorized driving.
What forest incident was recorded in Penedès?
In Castellví de la Marca, the forest fire temporarily affected about 8 hectares of the Montmell-Marmellar natural park. The Rural Agents are working on investigating the causes while maintaining fire control.
| Type of action | Number |
|---|---|
| People attended by SEM | 37 |
| Calls to 112 related to the eclipse | 81 |
| Actions by Rural Agents | 356 |
| Fines for motorized driving | 10 |
| Surface affected by forest fire | 8 hectares |
Article source: Editorial staff / Catalan News Agency
