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The Municipality of Esmeraldas has declared a state of emergency to address the severe impacts of heavy rainfall affecting local families and infrastructure.

Ecuadorian footballer Piero Hincapié reflects on his childhood experiences and milestones that shaped his life and career.

Two teenagers were apprehended in northern Esmeraldas after attempting to evade police during a checkpoint.

Researchers have discovered a new plant species, Columnea rubromarginata, in Ecuador and Colombia that is currently threatened by illegal mining activities.

A man was shot dead while transporting $28,000 to a bank in Esmeraldas, Ecuador.

A man who attacked his ex-wife with a chainsaw and hammer in Esmeraldas, Brazil, died in a confrontation with police days later.

Police are searching for a 46-year-old man who allegedly attacked his ex-wife with a chainsaw and hammer in Esmeraldas, Brazil, leaving her severely injured.

Authorities in Esmeraldas respond to the newly approved law aimed at enhancing budget efficiency for decentralized autonomous governments.

Five new species of orchids have been reported in Ecuador, adding to the country's already rich biodiversity of over 4,450 species.

Twenty individuals have been placed in preventive detention for their alleged involvement in arms trafficking as members of the dissident FARC group 'Oliver Sinisterra' following a military operation in Ecuador.

During the Carnival holiday from February 14 to 17, ECU 911 responded to 1,309 emergency calls in Esmeraldas, with a majority related to citizen safety.

Ecuador's military captured nine individuals and seized a significant stockpile of weaponry linked to the criminal organization Oliver Sinisterra Front following the arrest of its leader's deputy.

Four individuals died and at least four others were injured in violent incidents in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, between Monday evening and Tuesday morning.

During the holiday, the Armed Forces launched a nationwide operation by air, sea, and land to strengthen security on routes, beaches, and border crossings.

The carnival holiday in Esmeraldas wrapped up with concerts and various recreational activities, attracting thousands of tourists to the beaches.

An active member of the Armed Forces was killed in San Lorenzo, Esmeraldas, after being shot in the head early Tuesday morning.

The third day of the Carnival holiday in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, saw a large number of local and national visitors enjoying sunny beaches and various festive activities.

Two individuals died and at least three were injured in traffic incidents in Esmeraldas and Quinindé between February 14 and 16.

'Two nations, one rhythm' celebrates the Cultural Carnival of Pasto at the Atacames beach, highlighting the blend of Colombian and Ecuadorian traditions.

Thousands of tourists flocked to the beaches of Esmeraldas for Carnival despite limited hotel bookings and access issues due to landslides.

An illegal gold mining camp was located and dismantled by security forces in the Eloy Alfaro canton of Esmeraldas, Ecuador, following reports of armed incursions and the alleged kidnapping of three individuals.

The Esmeraldas province is experiencing high hotel occupancy rates ahead of the Carnival holiday, prompting authorities to implement a comprehensive operational plan for public safety and event management.

Ecuador's government has declared a red alert in various provinces due to an increased risk of heavy rainfall and associated hazards.

Esmeraldas prepares for Carnival with affordable accommodation and a packed schedule of cultural and entertainment events.

An armed group kidnapped three individuals from a mining camp in northern Esmeraldas, Ecuador, during a violent raid.

Three elderly people were found dead with stab wounds in an abandoned educational facility in Esmeraldas, Ecuador.

A 38-year-old anesthesiologist was found deceased in a bathroom at the IESS Hospital in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, just before she was scheduled to participate in a surgical procedure.

A suspect was killed in a police pursuit in Esmeraldas, Ecuador after allegedly threatening officers with a firearm.

A young girl died and several others were injured in a severe traffic accident in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, when a truck collided with a house and a parked vehicle.

Heavy rains in Esmeraldas province have left over 124 individuals displaced, affecting numerous families and prompting emergency responses.

Intense rainfall led to landslides and flooding in the cantons of Rioverde and Esmeraldas, causing road closures and damage to homes.

The province of Esmeraldas, known for its recurrent refinery fires, faces significant environmental hazards as black smoke engulfs neighborhoods and homes due to a major fire incident.

Despite the announced closure of international crossings by the Ecuadorian government, controlled transit of people continues at the Mataje binational bridge and via river to San Lorenzo del Pailón.

Five individuals have been detained on suspicion of drug trafficking in San Lorenzo, Esmeraldas, following the seizure of over a ton of cocaine by military personnel.

Over thirteen flooding emergencies were reported over the weekend in Esmeraldas and Chimborazo due to intense rains, as indicated by the local Fire Departments.

Residents of Limones and San Lorenzo del Pailón have reported the presence of soot in stored rainwater, prompting an alert confirmed by local authorities.