Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
3h ago

Peru Warns 208 Highland Districts at Risk From Landslides as Heavy Rains Hit

The alert follows Senamhi Notice 409 forecasting moderate to heavy rains that could trigger mass movements.

Indeci ADVIERTE: lluvias intensas afectarán a 208 distritos de la sierra norte y centro del Perú

Overview

  • Indeci identifies Áncash as the most exposed region with 44 districts at very high risk, followed by Cajamarca (35), La Libertad (30), Amazonas (24), Piura (8) and Lambayeque (3).
  • COEN is monitoring the alerted areas and coordinating with regional and municipal authorities for rapid response.
  • Local governments are urged to clear and signpost evacuation routes and to ensure health centers, fire brigades and police stations remain fully operational.
  • Residents are advised to reinforce roofs and organize community early‑warning systems using whistles, bells, sirens or loudspeakers in coordination with officials.
  • Reports differ on the forecast window, with rains cited through Nov. 17 or Nov. 19, while Piura’s highlands face risks through Nov. 17 with wind gusts near 40 km/h.