The fires recorded in recent days have led to the suspension of classes and an increase in health care demand in municipalities in the interior of São Paulo.

Although the situation improved this Sunday (25) compared to Saturday, with fewer fire hotspots, the effects of three consecutive days of intense fire will still be felt throughout the week, according to city officials.

The first effect is the suspension of classes this Monday (26). Ribeirão Preto, Batatais, and Pradópolis are some of the cities that canceled school activities in the municipal network, with a recommendation for private institutions to follow suit.

Ribeirão has seen a surge in health care demand at Urgent Care Units, with a 10% increase above normal demand.

Due to the rise in respiratory-related care, the Ribeirão HC (Hospital das Clínicas), in partnership with the State Health Department, set up a 24-hour telemedicine emergency service to assess patients and refer them to the most appropriate care levels.