The Guayaquil Municipality has issued a clarification regarding its response to the fire that broke out at Multicomercio, a commercial center. The municipality emphasized that it acted promptly in delivering the necessary reports requested by the National Risk Management Secretariat following the structural fire incident which occurred earlier. The acting mayor prioritized and directed relevant municipal departments to gather and forward technical information and documentation related to the event.

The incident, which led to significant destruction at the Multicomercio center, raised questions about the municipality's response and subsequent information delivery. In their statement, the Municipal authorities indicated that they had duly requested detailed reports and certified copies of all documentation from the competent municipal directions within a deadline of three days as mandated by the national authority. Furthermore, they sought formal submission of the resolutions adopted by the canton’s Emergency Operations Committee (COE) and a breakdown of the actions taken on the ground in response to the fire.

This incident highlights the critical nature of municipal emergency response protocols and the importance of timely communication post-calamity. By clarifying their actions, the Guayaquil Municipality aims to mitigate any misunderstandings surrounding its responsibilities and adherence to risk management procedures. The situation underscores the importance of collaboration between municipal authorities and national risk management agencies in effectively addressing such emergencies and ensuring public safety.