Following heavy rains that occurred during the early hours of Wednesday, February 18, several streets and avenues in Guayaquil, Durán, Yaguachi, and Milagro have experienced significant flooding. The emergency services, specifically ECU911, utilized their video surveillance system to report flooding occurrences in multiple specified locations, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.

In Guayaquil, flooding has been observed on Avenida Quito near the Capwell Stadium and along Avenida Pedro Menéndez Gilbert, specifically in the service lane close to the general cemetery's gate 10. Similarly affected areas in Durán include Ciudadela El Recreo's fourth stage, while roads in Yaguachi and Milagro have also reported severe flooding. Key intersections affected include Calle Marcelino Maridueña in Yaguachi and several streets in Milagro such as Calle Calderón and Miguel Valverde.

ECU911 has stated that they are continuously monitoring the situation from their Zonal Center and coordinating with relevant response units. The organization has advised citizens to drive with caution and to avoid areas with water accumulation, indicating a proactive approach to ensure public safety amid the ongoing severe weather conditions. This flooding incident underscores the challenges posed by heavy rainfall in Ecuador, especially in urban areas prone to water accumulation.