Ecuador recorded 19 deaths due to heavy rains

Authorities have declared an emergency due to “imminent destruction” caused by heavy rains. Currently, four temporary shelters are still active to provide humanitarian assistance to affected and affected people
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Published at: 25/06/2024 10:31 AM

The National Secretariat for Risk Management (SNGR) reported that 19 deaths, 28 injuries and 3,062 people have been affected since June 14.


Landslides, floods, undermines and floods have caused the destruction of 39 homes and affected another 101.


The provinces most impacted are Tungurahua, Chimborazo, Morona Santiago, Pastaza and Napo. The tourist town of Baños de Agua Santa in Tungurahua has suffered serious consequences due to a major landslide.


Authorities have declared an emergency due to “ imminent destruction” caused by heavy rains. Currently, four temporary shelters are still active to provide humanitarian assistance to affected and affected people, Xinhua reported.


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