Historic Drought Halts Ecuadorian Hydroelectric Dams

Three hydroelectric dams in Ecuador have stopped functioning because of low water levels, marking the worst drought in more than six decades, according to Energy Minister Antonio Goncalves. The dams, part of the Paute Integral system, include the significant Mazar power plant.

Three hydroelectric dams in Ecuador have ceased operating due to low water levels amid the country's worst drought in over 60 years, Energy Minister Antonio Goncalves said on Tuesday.

The dams, known collectively as the Paute Integral, include the major Mazar power plant.

(With inputs from agencies.)