Quito traffic accident leaves three injured on Ruta Viva

A traffic accident involving a tanker truck and a light vehicle occurred on Monday afternoon, August 17, 2026, at the intersection of Ruta Viva and Intervalles in Quito. The tanker truck overturned during the collision.

Paramedics from the Quito Fire Department provided pre-hospital care to three injured individuals. While their specific medical conditions have not been detailed, emergency services responded to the scene to manage the casualties.

The accident caused a partial road closure, with traffic only partially enabled in the direction from Quito toward the airport. The Metropolitan Transit Agency (AMT) is coordinating road operations, and drivers are advised to exercise caution and reduce speed due to delays and congestion in the area.