Two fatalities and multiple injuries were reported following several traffic accidents in the provinces of Esmeraldas and Quinindé in Ecuador. The incidents occurred over the weekend, culminating in significant accidents, including a deadly collision involving a car and an interprovincial bus. First responders were deployed to the scene, where one man was found trapped in his vehicle, which was severely damaged after the crash.

In another incident that took place on February 15, another man was killed after crashing into a pole on the Los Puentes road, a situation that highlights the perils of driving in the region. Emergency services arrived promptly, providing assistance and reporting the conditions at the crash site, which further emphasized the need for road safety measures in these areas, especially given the increased traffic over the weekend.

Moreover, the report includes an armed attack in San Lorenzo del Pailón, which left four individuals injured, indicating a complex interplay of road safety and public security issues in northern Ecuador. These occurrences necessitate a comprehensive response from authorities to address not only the immediate crisis but also to implement preventive measures for future incidents, both on the roads and in maintaining public safety against violent actions.