Ecuador Faces 12-Hour Daily Power Cuts Amid Severe Drought

Ecuador's worst drought in 61 years forces the government to extend power outages as hydroelectric plants struggle to meet demand.

The Ecuadorian government has increased nationwide power cuts to 12 hours per day due to an urgent energy crisis.
The drought, the worst in the Andean country's recent history, has severely impacted hydroelectric power generation.
Energy Minister Antonio Goncalves noted that the dry season began two months early, exacerbating the situation.
President Daniel Noboa highlighted the severity of the drought at the United Nations General Assembly, calling it chaotic and unprecedented.
The power cuts, affecting homes, businesses, and major cities like Quito and Guayaquil, are expected to continue through Sunday.