In an alert issued by the National Meteorology and Hydrology Service (Senamhi), a red alert was announced due to the possible rise of rivers in several regions of the country.

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Nearly 600 Districts of Peru’s Coast and Mountains at Risk Due Heavy Rains

The Government of Peru has decided to declare a state of emergency in 157 districts across the country due to the severe damage caused by the intense rains recorded last week, which are expected to continue in the coming days. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzén during a press conference following the Council of Ministers meeting.

Adrianzén reported that the corresponding supreme decree will be published in the official newspaper El Peruano and that this measure responds to requests from local and regional authorities who have reported significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and agricultural fields due to rising river levels.

To address the situation, the prime minister announced that an extraordinary session of the Council of Ministers will be held virtually this Friday, where other districts that have also been affected by the rains will be evaluated.

The prime minister emphasized that, despite the magnitude of the rains, previous efforts in dredging and other preventive measures have helped mitigate greater damage. However, he warned that some rivers have surpassed the flow levels observed in previous seasons.

In an alert issued by the National Meteorology and Hydrology Service (Senamhi), a red alert was announced due to the possible rise of rivers in several regions of the country. The most vulnerable areas include Cajamarca, Ayacucho, Huancavelica, Arequipa, Cuzco, and Loreto, where mud and water landslides are anticipated as a result of recent precipitation.

For its part, the National Institute of Civil Defense (Indeci) urged authorities to ensure that evacuation routes are clear and well-marked to facilitate the movement of people to safe areas. It was also recommended to review the availability of health centers, fire departments, and police stations to respond to any emergencies.

Finally, Indeci suggested that citizens reinforce the roofs of their homes, establish early warning systems, and prepare a Family Emergency Plan to face this critical situation. The government’s response and citizen collaboration will be key to minimizing the impact of this climatic phenomenon in the country.

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