Thirty people reported acute illness at Hotel Neko in the Saturn resort on September 1, 2026, triggering the activation of the “Plan Roșu” (Red Plan) emergency response. According to ISU Constanța and ISU Dobrogea, emergency crews deployed multiple ambulances and specialized vehicles to manage the medical crisis, which resulted in two hospitalizations at the Constanța County Emergency Clinical Hospital.
ISU Constanța Activates Red Plan for Hotel Neko Emergency
Emergency services launched a large-scale intervention on Tuesday evening after reports of multiple guests falling ill. ISU Constanța confirmed the activation of the Plan Roșu to coordinate the response. The deployment included one firefighting vehicle, three vehicles for transporting multiple victims, three minibuses, one SMURD ambulance, and four ambulances from the county ambulance service.
According to reports from local outlets ReplicaOnline.ro and Ziua de Constanța, the incident occurred at Hotel Neko. ISU Dobrogea reported that the emergency alert was officially triggered at 20:28 following reports of 30 people experiencing sudden illness.
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Medical Triage and Patient Breakdown
Medical teams established an advanced triage point within the hotel perimeter to stabilize patients. The number of treated individuals evolved throughout the evening. By 21:11, ISU Dobrogea reported 12 people had been assisted—nine adults and three minors. By 21:19, that number rose to 16 people, including seven minors, according to ISU Constanța.
Antena 3 CNN reported that as of shortly before 22:00, 17 adults and 7 minors remained in the triage area. While most patients were treated on-site, a man and a woman were transported by ambulance to the Spitalul Clinic Județean de Urgență Constanța for specialized care, as confirmed by Agerpres.
Comparison of Reported Casualty Figures
Reports on the number of assisted patients varied slightly by the time of the update:
| Time of Report | Source | Patients Assisted |
|---|---|---|
| 21:11 | ISU Dobrogea | 12 (9 adults, 3 minors) |
| 21:19 | ISU Constanța | 16 (9 adults, 7 minors) |
| ~22:00 | Antena 3 CNN | 24 in triage (17 adults, 7 minors) |
Investigation into Potential Intoxication
While official causes have not been fully elucidated by public health inspectors, Antena 3 CNN stated that the nature of the incident resembles a mass intoxication. Emergency crews focused on stabilizing the affected guests while attempting to determine the exact source of the illness.
The presence of a significant number of children among the victims increased the urgency of the rescue operation. Most victims remained under strict supervision at the hotel after initial medical assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hotel in Saturn was affected?
The incident took place at Hotel Neko, according to ReplicaOnline.ro and Ziua de Constanța.
How many people were hospitalized?
Two people, one man and one woman, were transported to the Constanța County Emergency Clinical Hospital, according to Agerpres.
What was the cause of the illness?
The exact cause is still under investigation, though Antena 3 CNN reported the situation resembles an intoxication.
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