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River overflow kills five in Ecuador
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River overflow kills five in Ecuador

Heavy rains in the Amazon region caused a river overflow that destroyed homes and vegetation in southern Ecuador, near the Peruvian border, resulting in five deaths. The incident occurred in the rural area of Zamora on Saturday night, with local media publishing images showing houses and cars destroyed, along with flooded or muddy areas. President Daniel Noboa expressed condolences for two public servants who died while helping evacuate affected families, praising their dedication. According to the Defense Ministry, 38 civilians and 10 firefighters were rescued, and search and rescue operations continue in the region.

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River overflow kills five in Ecuador

Heavy rains in the Amazon region caused a river overflow that destroyed homes and vegetation in southern Ecuador, near the Peruvian border, resulting in five deaths. The incident occurred in the rural area of Zamora on Saturday night, with local media publishing images showing houses and cars destroyed, along with flooded or muddy areas. President Daniel Noboa expressed condolences for two public servants who died while helping evacuate affected families, praising their dedication. According to the Defense Ministry, 38 civilians and 10 firefighters were rescued, and search and rescue operations continue in the region.

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