Overview
- The Environment Ministry formalized the measure on January 6 via Resolution N.° 00361-2025-MINAM, citing a partial cessation of waste operations and sustained accumulation in public areas.
- Carabayllo must submit a detailed Plan of Action within seven business days and file weekly progress reports, with technical assistance from the ministry throughout implementation.
- Health authorities warned of sanitary risk and began inspections led by Digesa and Diris Lima Norte, including checks at Hospital Nacional Sergio E. Bernales to ensure compliance with NTS N.° 144-MINSA/2018/DIGESA.
- The ministry began coordinating immediate operations on January 7 with support from the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima and the districts of Santiago de Surco, Puente Piedra, and Comas, prioritizing cleanup at critical points under OEFA oversight.
- The municipality announced six new compactors scheduled to arrive in two batches this week and reiterated plans to end third‑party contracts, while the resolution maintains potential administrative liability for local officials.