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The Huaicos left 44 dead and 21,000 affected
He National Institute for Civil Protection (Indeci) reported today that the reported landslides in the last days of the land, They left 44 dead and more than 6,000 homeless. Also, more than 21 thousand people were affected by these natural phenomena. It was also reported that there are 8 missing, 318 houses destroyed, 1,902 houses left uninhabitable and over 9,200 affected.
Destroyed houses in Lambayeque
Dozens of houses in the Jayanca region have collapsed after torrential rain fell in recent hours in Lambayeque. The authorities are asking for help from the regional government. Around 150 families have been left homeless.
Alert in Piura, La Libertad and Lima
Piura, La Libertad and Lima They present a red danger threshold before the possible activation of the ravines due to the last rains. Remember to avoid any activity near the ravines.
Stream activation (or huaycos) refers to rapid water flows and mass movements in streams or small basins resulting from the action of previous and current rainfall and geological conditions. Includes mudslides, debris floods, and debris flows.
Increase in daytime temperatures on the central and southern coast
He National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology of Peru (Senamhi) reports that the southern coast of Peru will continue to record the increase in maximum temperatures from Wednesday February 22 to Thursday February 23, reaching values of up to 33°C. Meanwhile, on the central coast, this rise in temperatures will be recorded between Friday February 24 and Saturday February 25, with values above 31°C.
specialists in senamhi They detailed that in Tacna values between 28°C and 30°C are expected in the areas close to the coast and values between 28°C and 32°C for the most distant neighborhoods. In addition, records are expected between 28°C and 33°C in Moquegua, between 28°C and 29°C on the coast of Arequipa and temperatures between 30°C and 32°C in the coastal valleys.
In Lima Daytime temperatures between 29°C and 31°C will be recorded, in Ancash values between 28°C and 33°C are expected and in Ica values above 32°C are expected.
Heavy rains in the north of the country
He senamhi He reported that, between Friday 24 and Saturday 25 February, precipitation (snow, hail, sleet and rain) of moderate to extreme intensity will continue in the mountains. These precipitations will be accompanied by electric shocks and gusts of wind with speeds close to 35 km/h. In addition, the appearance of hail is expected in areas above 2,800 m altitude and snow in localities above 4,000 m altitude. Similarly, moderate to heavy rains are expected in Piura and Tumbes.
He Friday February 24Cumulative rainfall above 50 mm/day is expected in the northern sierra, above 15 mm/day in the central sierra and values close to 25 mm/day in the southern sierra. In addition, records of more than 50 mm/day are expected in Tumbes and Piura.
He Saturday February 25Cumulative precipitation above 40 mm/day is expected in the northern sierra, above 15 mm/day in the central sierra and values close to 25 mm/day in the southern sierra. In addition, records of more than 30 mm/day are expected on the coast of Piura and Tumbes.
High temperatures in Piura
The highest temperature in the country it was recorded at the San Miguel station (Piura) with 37°C. Compared to the previous day, an increase in the maximum temperature is observed in the jungle, on the coast and in the southern highlands, on the other hand, a decrease of the same is observed in the northern and central highlands and in the highlands. On the other hand, “An extremely hot day” was presented in the departments of Cusco and Puno
The flow of the Rímac River has reached its maximum level and there is no plan against landslides
More than 1,200 homes are at risk due to possible overflows in Lima. Meanwhile, Senamhi warned that the rains will continue to occur in the coming days.
The intense rainfall that was recorded in the mountain regions and in the metropolis of Lima triggered the alarm of the authorities and the population before thel High risk of landslides and landslides in the capital.
Senamhi reports Lima has 95 critical points due to rain
The presence of rain would put the population of the capital in danger. This is why Semanhi urges regional governments and people to work together to avert disasters.
The possible activation of the ravines puts the city of Lima on high alert, as it could greatly affect the population, since this city has 95 critical points Because of the rain As recalled, in recent days there has been evidence of prolonged drizzle overnight in areas such as Chosica, Chaclacayo, Ateamong others.
134 districts in the north coast and mountains at high risk due to rains and landslides
The Senamhi warned that heavy to extreme rainfall will continue in the coming days. Additionally, it has activated a red alert for possible stream activation.
The National Service of Meteorology and Hydrology of Peru (Senamhi) warned that heavy to extreme rains are expected in 14 regions of the country until Thursday, February 23. In addition, he predicted electric shocks and gusts of wind with speeds close to 35 km/h.