Cyclone Yaku in real time: follow its course along the Peruvian coast

He Cyclone Yaku it caused river overflows and flooding in different regions of northern Peru, including Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque and La Libertad. The authorities of the National Meteorological and Hydrological Service of Peru (Senami) They announced that the cyclone is heading towards the south of the country, although its intensity as a cyclone will decrease. Senamhi’s president, Guillermo Antonio Baigorria Paz, explained that the the effects of the cyclone will still be present until March 16.

He Cyclone Yaku it is moving off the coasts of La Libertad and Áncash and is expected to contribute in the coming days to increased humidity in Lima and intensification of rains in these areas. Benito Valderrama, meteorology specialist of the senamhiexplained that Yours This will cause more humidity and as a result, “rains may occur in the coastal region of Ancash and Lima.”

He Cyclone Yaku It affected several neighborhoods in Lima, including Ate, Santa Anita, Chaclacayo, Lurigancho, La Molina, Cieneguilla, San Luis, San Juan de Lurigancho, Chosica and El Agustino. Local authorities worked to mitigate the effects of the cyclone and provide aid to those affected.

He senamhi indicated that it is expected that heavy rains continue until March 14 and that there is an increase in Lima. Baigorria explained that the abnormal warming of the ocean, near the regions of Piura and Tumbes, was recorded six weeks ago and that Cyclone Yaku would have already been present in these areas. He also clarified that by Wednesday, March 15, the Cyclone Yaku It will already move away or disappear from the Peruvian coast.

The city of Lima, capital of Peru, is known for its arid and sunny climate, with little rainfall throughout the year. However, when precipitation occurs, it can cause chaos and inconvenience in the city.

On average, the city of Lima receives less than 10 millimeters of rain per year, making it one of the driest cities in the world. However, sometimes there are heavy rains which can cause river overflows, flooding and property damage.

According to the records of National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology of Peru (Senamhi), in recent years, there have been intense rains in the city of Lima on several occasions.

In March 2017, Lima was affected by a climatic phenomenon known as “Child of the Coast”, which generated torrential rains and flooding in various parts of the city. The intensity of the rains was such that it exceeded historical records for precipitation in the city of Lima over the past 50 years.

In February 2020, The Peruvian capital experienced heavy rains that flooded streets and blocked vehicles. Despite the fact that the rain was not as heavy as during the “Niño costero” of 2017, it caused chaos in the city and highlighted the lack of adequate drainage infrastructure.

This year, in March 2023Lima was once again affected by intense rains generated by the Cyclone Yaku. Although the rains were not torrential, they wreaked havoc on the city and affected various neighborhoods.

The presence of rains in the city of Lima highlighted the need for adequate planning and risk management in the face of climatic phenomena. It is essential that local and national authorities work towards the establishment of adequate drainage infrastructure and the generation of contingency plans to deal with emergency situations.

In conclusion, although Lima is known for its arid and sunny climate, the presence of heavy rain In recent years, it has shown the need for adequate planning and risk management in the face of climatic phenomena. It is essential that steps be taken to improve drainage infrastructure and emergency response capacity.

He senamhi reports that between Wednesday March 15 and Friday March 17, there will be precipitation (snow, hail, sleet and rain) of moderate to extreme intensity on the coast and the mountains. These precipitations will be accompanied by electric shocks and gusts of wind with speeds close to 35 km/h. Additionally, localized hail is expected to occur in areas above 2,800 meters above sea level and isolated snow in locations above 4,000 meters above sea level. sea.

On Wednesday March 15, the totals of rain with values ​​close to 40 mm/day in the northern sierra, around 20 mm/day in the central sierra and values ​​above 15 mm/day in the southern sierra. In addition, on the coast, records of more than 30 mm/day are expected in Tumbes and Piura, nearly 20 mm/day in Lambayeque and La Libertad, more than 4 mm/day in Áncash, nearly 2 mm/day in Lima. and in the remote districts of the Ica coast, accumulations of more than 6 mm/day would be expected.

Patrick Valderramageneral manager Geológica Consultores, said on his social networks that “Cyclone Yaku will not reach Lima”.

“In fact, he is moving further and further away from Lima. Right now it’s 1,200 km from Lima, at 9 p.m. it will be 1,500 km,” he revealed.

He also indicated that “tonight rain is expected in Lima. It doesn’t seem to be strong, but it will happen. In neighborhoods close to the hills, something of 3 mm is expected and in coastal neighborhoods less than 2 mm”.

Valderrama reiterated that “at this time ‘your’ It is located 800 km off Trujillo. Yesterday it was 600 km. The trend is that by Wednesday it will be 1,500 km.

“The rains are not a consequence of YakuThey are due to the warming of the sea and it will last until April,” he said.

As, Benito Valderrama, Senamhi meteorologistsaid the movement of Cyclone Yaku “will cause more humidity and that “rain may occur in Ancash and Lima”.

Meteorologist Senamhi, Raquel Loayzasaid today that the Cyclone Yaku It goes west, that is, it enters the Pacific Ocean, moving away from the Peruvian coast.

However, Loayza explained that this departure from Cyclone Yaku It still leaves high humidity, cloud cover and torrential rains in the north of the country.

Senamhi shows the route taken by Cyclone Yaku since its appearance in the Peruvian sea

And tropical cyclone It is an atmospheric system whose wind flows in a cyclonic direction, i.e. counter-clockwise in the northern hemisphere and clockwise in the eastern one. southern hemisphere.

Some of the effects of tropical cyclones are:

• Heavy rainfall: in their passage, they generate an increase in the level of the rivers which can cause their overflow and, consequently, floods occur in low or plain areas.
• High waves and storm surges: they cause sea penetrations which result in coastal flooding.
• Strong winds: the wind that accompanies them can bring down electricity poles, trees and billboards, which obstruct the roads and, on certain occasions, these winds come to detach the roof of the houses.

The risks associated with tropical cyclonesespecially with hurricanes are: storm surge, high winds, heavy rain, landslides and flooding.

Before the arrival of a tropical cyclone reduce the risks:

• Make necessary repairs to roofs, windows, and walls to prevent further damage, and clean roofs, drains, and drains.
• Seal the well plug with a cement mixture to have uncontaminated reserve water.
• Trim trees and shrubs around your home, as they may fall.
• Secure detected objects that could be thrown during a hurricane, such as: TV antennas, signs or overhead objects.
• Avoid contact with poles and electrical cables.

The National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology of Peru (senamhi) reports that the coast of Peru It will continue to record the increase in maximum temperatures until Thursday, March 16, reaching values ​​of up to 3°C.

specialists in senamhi they detailed this in Tacna Values ​​between 27°C and 30°C are expected in areas close to the coast and values ​​between 28°C and 31°C for the most remote areas. In addition, records of up to 34°C are expected in Moquegua, between 28°C and 29°C on the coast of Arequipa and temperatures between 28°C and 33°C in the coastal valleys.

In Lima, daytime temperatures will be between 28°C and 32°C, in cash values ​​between 30°C and 34°C are expected. In Ica, values ​​between 33 and 35°C are expected for areas far from the coast and values ​​between 29 and 31°C in areas close to the coast.