Ecuador’s government has declared a 60-day national emergency as raging forest fires and worsening drought push communities to the brink. Over 10,000 hectares of land in the country’s southern regions have already been consumed by flames this month alone. 🔥
The move, approved by Ecuador’s environment ministry, aims to mobilize resources to tackle water shortages and curb the spread of fires. \"This is a critical moment for our ecosystems and people,\" said a spokesperson for the SNGR emergency management team.
With climate patterns growing increasingly erratic, experts warn such emergencies could become more frequent. 🌱💧 Local farmers report dried-up rivers, while urban areas face strict water rationing. Stay tuned as we track how this crisis unfolds.
