In Zaruma and Portovelo, there are damages to the drinking water and electricity system due to winter emergencies
Winter emergencies in Zaruma and Portovelo have resulted in evacuations and significant impacts on essential services.
12 Homes Affected and Streets Covered in Mud Due to Overflow of the Salvias River in Zaruma
The overflow of the Salvias River has affected homes and left streets muddy in the parish of Salvias, Zaruma, Ecuador, causing concern among residents.
Overflowing of the Salvias River affects homes and causes bridge collapse in Zaruma
The overflowing of the Salvias River in Zaruma, Ecuador, has led to the evacuation of families as homes are flooded and a bridge collapses due to heavy rainfall.
90% of Zaruma's population depends on mining activity, consequences of closing processing plants
The majority of Zaruma's population is facing uncertainty as mining processing plants remain closed, significantly affecting the local economy.