Firefighters in Ecuador are grappling with numerous wildfires around Quito, exacerbated by severe drought affecting several South American countries, with approximately 2,000 personnel deployed.
Mayor Pabel Munoz described the wildfires as critical, indicating that lower nighttime temperatures might aid firefighters while emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
Alexis Condolo, a mechanic who lost his home, expressed despair, stating, 'I wanted to save something, but we didn't get anything,' highlighting the personal toll of the blaze.
The wildfires have revealed the vulnerability of several nations to extreme weather, linked to climate change, with the region experiencing its worst drought in over 60 years.
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