Caupicho River overflow and structural collapses trigger emergency response in Quito after hailstorm

A severe hailstorm in southern Quito caused the Caupicho River to overflow and triggered at least ten structural collapses, prompting a multi-agency municipal response that lasted into the night. The incident highlights infrastructure vulnerability to extreme weather, though the full extent of damage and any casualties remain unclear.

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