Moreno, after which he went into exile in Paris then Peru. He died December 24, 1894. Geography Pedro Carbo is located in the coastal province of Guayas, Ecuador. It is located at the 63 kilometer marker on the road from Guayaquil to Manabí. Territorial Limits North and East: Paján Canton (Manabí Province) South: Santa Elena Canton (Santa Elena Province) East: Isidro Ayora Canton and Colimes Canton (Province of Guayas) Area: Cantón Pedro Carbo has an area of 363.7 mi2 (942 km2) Climate: The annual average temperature is 80.6 °F (27 °C) with an average yearly rainfall of 31.2 inches (79.3 cm). Most of the high temperatures and rainfall occur during the hot rainy season (invierno) which lasts from mid-December to mid-June, while the cooler dry season (verano) lasts from mid-June to mid-December. Part of the cantón consists of dry tropical forests, which contain a diverse ecosystem with a wide variety of flora and fauna. The river "Pedro Carbo" which only has water during the rainy season, passes through the cantón and is a source of water for agriculture and tourism. Economy The area is primarily agriculturally based with a majority of families with at least one member of the household working in some form of agriculture. The primary crops are rice, corn, sunflowers (for cooking oil), peanuts, a variety of beans, mangos, and bananas. In areas near water sources is where the most diversity in crops can be found. Cattle and goats are the primary animal husbandry products. Many residents also use local reeds and wood in craft trades, such as expert woodworkers and Panama hat weavers. The streets are lined with merchants selling a wide variety of products, from fruits and vegetables, to street food, to clothing and items for the home. Celebrations The two main local holidays in Pedro Carbo are: -The celebration in honor of Saint Pablo and Saint Pedro, the patron saints of the cantón. Celebrated June 29 each year. -The celebration of the date when Pedro Carbo was declared a cantón. Celebrated July 19 each year. The town has a variety of other celebrations and holidays throughout the year, including many international celebration and recognition days. Holidays are typically celebrated with a parade down the main street, public dances, and social ceremonies. Politics Current political leaders of Cantón Pedro Carbo (2019–2022): • Mayor: Xavier Gomez Salazar • Deputy Mayor: Dr. Virgilio Ordóñez Ramirez • General