Power Outages in Ecuador Update Number 1
Channel: Don Shader - Grumpy Old Gringo
Date: 18/04/2024

Surviving Power Outages in Ecuador

In this video, I share the ongoing struggles we're facing with power outages here in Ecuador. Over the past three days, we've experienced eight-hour power cuts daily. Today, the power went out at noon and is scheduled to be off until 4:00 p.m. Our building's generator only powers essential services like elevators, some lights, garage doors, and refrigerators, leaving us without air conditioning or a comfortable living environment during these outages. 

I also received an email from the ACS Quito state government informing about school and business closures and significant planned electrical outages for April 18th and 19th. The poor electrical infrastructure here is causing major disruptions, and many locals, including myself, are expressing concerns on social media. Despite the challenging conditions, there is hope that the new administration will address these issues. However, immediate improvements are unlikely, so be prepared if you plan to visit or live here. If possible, find accommodation with a full-building generator to ensure minimal disruption during power outages.


Links to know:
Facebook - Manta and Manabi Expats and Amigos - https://www.facebook.com/groups/323275021650751/
 
My Channel Video Index - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-f4Wv3uBMulCX9OK6oNqS5a9wrS84cbUBYXzoq24JNA/edit?usp=sharing

My Google Docs document of useful information
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ArNRtsdqfleE1-l9r1yKrh-XyzksSIwj0MMyb09L0ro/edit?usp=sharing 

Document Links
My Checklist for migration - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UGirfkTQp91dDyX51vsUV3ggcjoEEpXLUkBOwD6UnUg/edit?usp=sharing

Remember this folks.
A country might look good on paper, or on a YouTube video, but what about the “Chemistry” between you, the individual and the country and culture as a whole?
This is something we can’t know in advance. We can only make our move, dive in and test the waters…….and see how it goes.

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The views expressed in this video are in no way intended to be taken as advice on retirement, migrating to Ecuador, investing, buying insurance, or getting your immigration documentation.
I am not responsible for any decision you make after watching my videos.
I don't give advice and I don't recommend anything unless it is based on my own personal, verifiable experience.

I want to be sure that the information I provide is accurate information and I don't want people to make a poor choice based on anything I say.
If one person comes here based on my influence and doesn't like it at all, then has to return to start all over again, I have failed.


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