Have you checked simple fuses first? If ok then move onto the relay for the fans and follow the same procedure for the indicators.

The fans would have a dedicated fuse I am sure as would the indicators and are totally independent of each other although don't know Escort electrics intimately.

Don't associate the two problems as it could just be pure coincidence both things have appeared at the same time as it sounds in this case it's two separate issues.

Also see if the indicator fuse protects anything else as it's not uncommon for it to protect two circuits, I.E reversing lights as well or it may well energize the fan relay as well.

Martin