Panel parliamentarian dies in fatal accident during pine nut harvest in Serra Santa Catarina By Luís Henrique Costa
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Councilor Edu Vieira of Melo (PP), known as Duca, passed away this Thursday afternoon (16) after suffering a fall while harvesting pine nuts in Painel, in Serra of Santa Catarina. The incident occurred in a rural area with difficult access, in the interior of the municipality, mobilizing several emergency teams. Painel city hall confirmed the death and declared three days of official mourning in honor of the parliamentarian.
Acidente in difficult to access area mobilizes relief teams
Corpo of Bombeiros of Lages was called at 3:08 pm for the incident at SC-114. On the way, they found a municipal ambulance returning with the victim. Familiares had removed the councilor from the scene of the fall, handing him over to rescuers who faced difficulties in accessing it.
Esforços resuscitation does not prevent death of Duca
- A second city hall team, made up of a doctor and professionals from Unidade Básica de Saúde (UBS) de Painel, arrived at the scene to assist with care. Após evaluation, Duca was found in cardiopulmonary arrest. The teams immediately began urgent cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) maneuvers. The rescue procedures involved:
- Immediate CPR Início.
- Atendimento by medical and UBS staff.
- Auxílio of the military firefighters.
- Interceptação by USA-01.
Apesar thanks to the intensive and coordinated efforts of the teams, the councilor’s death was confirmed on site by the specialized team.
Painel declares official mourning for three days
Prefeitura of Painel issued an official note deeply regretting the loss of councilor Edu Vieira of Melo. The municipal executive highlighted Duca’s dedication to public life and his unwavering commitment to the Panelense community throughout his term. Como form of posthumous tribute, flags in all public offices will remain flown at half-mast during the period of mourning.
