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El Mercurio reports Risk Management's Zone 6 coordinator says seven Azuay cantons, plus Molleturo and Chaucha in Cuenca, are among local areas vulnerable to El Nino impacts. He cited an 82% probability for June and July and 97% probability around late 2026 or early 2027.
El Mercurio reports preliminary data from two meteorological stations between Victoria del Portete and Tarqui are favorable for Cuenca's proposed new airport site. Corpac says it still needs 3 to 5 years of data and additional studies.
El Mercurio reports four streets around Parque Calderon will be pedestrian-only from 19:00 to 22:00 during Corpus Christi, June 4-14. Cuenca's Mobility Directorate also plans two extra tram units at night, with service every 10 minutes.
Primicias reports Cuenca-born chef Claudia Merchan and her partner Axel Smyth earned a Michelin star at Simpar in Santiago de Compostela. Merchan left Cuenca for Spain nine years ago and trained at the Basque Culinary Center.
El Mercurio reports the traditional Corpus Christi sweet stalls officially begin Thursday, June 4, around Parque Calderon. More than 70 vendors are expected, with nightly castillos planned after the liturgies and processions.
El Universo reports INAMHI warning No. 40 is active for Monday, June 1, with UV levels high to extremely high across much of Ecuador. Azuay is listed among provinces expected to see very high radiation levels.
El Mercurio reports Guabizhun lagoon in Deleg has new lights along handrails and bridges around about 40% of the water. Night visits are allowed until 22:00, while daytime access is free Tuesday through Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.
El Mercurio reports Cuenca artist Cristian Morocho, known as Cavadrio, was selected to represent Ecuador in Sports Illustrated's One Global Game campaign for the World Cup. His illustration combines Ecuadorian geography, fauna, symbols and La Tri history.
El Universo reports INAMHI's May 31 forecast calls for rain and drizzle across parts of the Sierra, including Cuenca. The warning also covers variable-intensity rain in the Amazon and possible rain in parts of the Coast and Galapagos.
