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Lima Intensifies Summer Pool Inspections, Flags Condo and Certifies Others

The drive prioritizes chlorine control, microbiological checks and QR certification for compliant pools.

Overview

  • Municipal teams continued surprise checks across public and private pools in the Cercado de Lima as seasonal use rises.
  • The Condominio Parque Central pool was found below the 0.4–1.4 ppm chlorine standard and remains inhabilitated pending corrections.
  • Facilities at the Hotel Sheraton and the Señor de la Misericordia school passed evaluations and received the visible “Piscina Saludable” QR seal.
  • Inspectors issue observation acts for noncompliance, take water samples for microbiological analysis, and await lab results within one to two days.
  • Authorities warn of dermatitis, conjunctivitis and gastrointestinal risks from poorly maintained pools and urge residents to enter only certified sites.