On the night of February 16, 2026, at approximately 8:30 PM, an emergency call was made to the ECU911 reporting a traffic accident in the Guayllabamba area along the northern Pan-American Highway. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, with the Quito Fire Department and National Police being deployed to assist. Preliminary reports indicated that three vehicles were involved in the collision, leading to injuries among the occupants.

As a result of the incident, three individuals required medical attention and were taken to various healthcare facilities for treatment. Civil transit agents from the local government also arrived at the scene to regulate traffic and ensure safety in what was likely a congested area. This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety on the busy Pan-American Highway, which is a key route for both local and inter-city traffic in Ecuador.

The ECU911 agency urged the public to stay informed through official channels and reminded citizens to report any emergencies to the emergency hotline. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of traffic safety measures, especially in high-traffic areas like Guayllabamba, emphasizing the need for caution among drivers to prevent such accidents from recurring in the future.