The Emergency Operations Committee (COE) has decided to extend the restrictions around the area influenced by the fire in Guayaquil, doubling the exclusion zone from 100 to 200 meters. The fire at the Multicomercio complex has raised concerns about the structural integrity of the buildings in the vicinity. On the assessment from COE, it was noted that at least two of the five towers suffered partial collapses due to the high temperatures, one designed for parking and another residential tower. They collapsed directly downward, indicating a significant risk posed by the extreme conditions on-site.

The emergency began early in the morning and continued into the night, with firefighting efforts still ongoing late in the evening. Fire departments from various cities, including Samborondón, Daule, and others, assisted Guayaquil firefighters in combating the blaze. Despite the extensive damages and ongoing threats from the fire, the COE confirmed that there have been no reported casualties, highlighting a small silver lining amidst the ongoing disaster.

This incident underscores the rampant risk of high temperatures and their impact on urban infrastructure during emergency situations. The COE's actions to increase the exclusion zone aim to protect the public and emergency responders from further danger as investigations into the fire and its effects on nearby structures are set to continue. As firefighting efforts persist, local authorities remain vigilant in addressing any potential humanitarian and structural crises arising from this event.