In the early hours of February 9, a significant fire erupted at a motorcycle assembly factory located in the Primero de Marzo area of Guasmo Norte, Ecuador. The emergency was classified as a category 3 structural fire, leading the Bomberos de Guayaquil to mobilize an impressive contingent of 200 firefighters along with 38 firefighting units, including trucks and ambulances to combat the flames. The rapid response underscored the seriousness of the incident and the potential danger posed to the densely populated area surrounding the factory.

Witnesses reported that the fire started after a short circuit was heard in the motorcycle parts warehouse at around 3:30 AM, followed by an explosion that alerted nearby residents. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported so far, but the rapid spread of the fire raised concerns about safety and the potential destruction of property. The factory has been operational in this crowded neighborhood for several years, underscoring the risks associated with industrial facilities in close proximity to residential areas.

As firefighting efforts were underway, the focus turned to assessing damages and ensuring that the fire was fully extinguished without further threat to the community. Investigators will now look into the cause of the short circuit and any additional safety measures that might be necessary. Given the scale of operations at the factory, which assembles Shineray motorcycles, this incident could have significant implications for local employment and economic activity in Guasmo Norte.