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Mazar reservoir — the critical piece of Ecuador's largest hydroelectric complex — is sitting just 22 meters above its minimum operational threshold. If dry conditions continue, the 2024 blackouts could make an unwelcome return. Here's what's being monitored and what expats should do to prepare.

A fuel price adjustment is scheduled for April 12. Low-octane gasoline (Extra and Ecopaís) and diesel are going up. Super premium stays the same. Here's what's driving it and how it ripples through groceries, transportation, and your monthly budget.

Follow-up to yesterday's IVA story: the SRI confirmed that 94 of the 115 foods in Ecuador's canasta básica keep the 0% IVA rate. Only 21 are now taxed at 15%. Here's exactly what's on each list so you can shop smart.

President Noboa just suspended the April 30 workday, and combined with May 1 Labor Day plus the weekend, Ecuador now has a 4-day holiday. Here's what'll be closed, what to plan for, and why you should book travel early.

Cuenca's Municipality confirmed its official X (Twitter) account was hacked Saturday afternoon. Until the city regains control, ignore everything posted by @MunicipioCuenca and verify official news through cuenca.gob.ec or other verified channels.

Police detained two suspects after they fled the scene of a hit on Av. de las Américas near Hospital del Río. The crime occurred April 2 on a major artery that expats drive daily. Here's the context and why it matters for your routine.

It's Holy Saturday and Cuenca is packed with things to do. From the Expo Feria running through April 12 to folk ballet in two parks, a theatrical walking tour, a sacred art exhibition, and a trout festival in San Sebastián — here's your full lineup for today.

Ecuador's SRI just clarified which foods moved from 0% to 15% IVA. Lactose-free milk, all bread, instant noodles, pre-cooked meats — they're all taxed now. But fresh whole milk and raw products stay at zero. Here's exactly what's on the list and what it means for your grocery bill.

President Noboa signed a new 60-day state of emergency on April 2, covering nine provinces and four cantons — but not Azuay. There's no curfew this time. Here's what it means if you're traveling to the coast this Easter weekend.