Guayaquil experienced significant rainfall in the early morning of Wednesday, which coincide with high tide, leading to difficulties in the drainage of rainwater throughout the city. The high tide, reported to reach approximately 5 meters at 07:45, was noted as the highest of the year so far. As a result, Interagua, the company responsible for water management, announced that water accumulation was a problem in various districts due to the added challenge of the high tide.

Since the early hours, Interagua deployed essential equipment to address temporary flooding in prioritized areas. The company highlighted that many problematic points faced water accumulation directly related to the tide, and they expect water levels to decrease once the tide recedes. This coordinated response included constant monitoring of the tides and rainfall to ensure proper protocols were followed during such natural events.

As the situation developed, Interagua assured the public that their technical team remains vigilant regarding the behavior of tides and rainfall. They continue to work on strategies to mitigate the effects of similar weather events, which exemplify the interconnected challenges faced by urban areas during extreme weather conditions. This incident underscores the need for efficient urban drainage systems capable of handling both heavy rainfall and tidal influences, especially in coastal cities like Guayaquil.