A severe weather incident occurred in Alborada, northern Guayaquil, where a tree fell on a residential property and a private vehicle due to intense rainfall that persisted through the night of Friday, October 20, into the morning of Saturday, October 21. The falling tree caused considerable damage to the vehicle, particularly to its front end and windshield. Emergency services were alerted, and the ECU911 agency coordinated the response with fire emergency teams to address the situation as quickly as possible.

Local emergency units reported that no injuries occurred during this incident, but the ongoing rain led to broader concerns across the city. In the past twelve hours leading up to the incident, Guayaquil experienced continuous rainfall and thunderstorms, resulting in water accumulation in at least 50 areas of the city. This weather pattern prompted officials to take precautionary measures, and it was noted that over 150 liters of rain had fallen per square meter in certain sectors, exacerbating the conditions for flooding and other weather-related incidents.

The interim mayor, Tatiana Coronel, shared the impacts of the recent storms, reiterating the need for city residents to remain vigilant as the rainfall could lead to further challenges. This incident serves as a reminder of the city's vulnerability during heavy rain events, emphasizing the importance of community safety and preparedness in response to severe weather conditions, particularly as climate change continues to intensify these occurrences.