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ETAPA just graduated 350 community forest brigaders trained to defend the páramos and watersheds that supply every drop of Cuenca's tap water. After last year's fires scorched thousands of hectares, this volunteer army could be the difference between clean water and crisis.
For years, the 35 rangers protecting Parque Nacional Cajas and Cuenca's critical watersheds fought wildfires with inadequate gear. ETAPA just changed that with a $215,000 equipment delivery — helmets, fire suits, chainsaws, and portable pumps. After 11,000 hectares burned in 2024, it was overdue.
The government just updated its rainy season alert map. Azuay is at orange (moderate risk), three provinces are at red, and if you're driving anywhere this holiday weekend, you need to pay attention.
Ramón Pucha spends days alone in the jungle collecting seeds from endangered trees. His wife plants them. His son gives tours. The government calls their farm a 'living laboratory' — but won't fund it. Their story says a lot about Ecuador right now.
CNT flipped the switch on Cuenca’s first 5G network last week, covering the airport, bus terminal, and Historic Center. Speeds hit 1.4 Gbps in tests — about 30 times faster than 4G. Plans start at $10.
Ecuador's weather agency is forecasting electrical storms across the coast, Amazon, and highland zones today, February 8. Cuenca could see heavy afternoon downpours. Here's what to know before you head out.
Carnival week kicks off Thursday with Jueves de Compadres, followed by a Color Fest 5K, the Four Rivers parade, free mote pata for 9,000 people, and Nicky Jam at the stadium. Tickets are $5-$35 at Farmasol.
The headline concert of Carnival 2026 features Nicky Jam and Trebol Clan on February 14 at Estadio Serrano Aguilar. Every dollar from ticket sales goes directly to purchasing and conserving paramo in Cajas National Park.
The government revoked Loma Larga's environmental license and the vice minister of mines resigned, but opposition groups say the mining concession itself hasn't been canceled. Here's where things stand.
