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Emergency Services in Portugal Disrupted: 44 INEM Units Halt Operations Amid Strikes

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Summary:

  • 44 INEM emergency units have ceased operations due to strikes.

  • Significant delays in 112 emergency line responses reported.

  • Approximately 60 calls waiting for response as of 6 PM.

Emergency Services Disruption

On November 4, 2024, strikes by pre-hospital emergency technicians have led to the halt of 44 emergency units across the country during the afternoon shift. This action has caused significant delays in response times for the 112 emergency line, as reported by union sources.

Emergency Services As of 6 PM, approximately 60 calls were waiting for response on the 112 line.

The ongoing labor actions reflect growing tensions within the emergency services sector, raising concerns over public safety and the ability of emergency responders to effectively serve the community during critical times.

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