Chosika: The activation of three streams flooded the houses in the human settlement “Alto Peru”.

Intense rains that took place in Chosik in the early morning caused the activation of three streams that flooded all the houses of the human settlement of Alto Peru. Neighbors are worried that the rains will continue this week and eventually cause even more damage to their homes.

RPP Noticias was able to visit some areas of this locality. Some neighbors, such as Paulino Quispe, have commented that they cannot even enter their homes because of the dirt that has built up around them.

Another neighbor demanded help from the city municipality. Chosika and other authorities, because the situation could worsen in the next few hours. He regrets several preventive measures.

“I have foreseen this for a long time. Dams have never been built to withstand an approaching landslide,” said Mr. Javier Montes. He also added that the supply of drinking water has been suspended.

Osvaldo Vargas, mayor of Lurigancho-Chosika, spoke about what is happening in his jurisdiction and stated that there are many concerns about rains as they increase the flow of rivers.

“We need help with tents and food because the landslide is increasing and we are concerned that families may be isolated in the area. We are already coordinating with indecisive And executive power bring heavy equipment,” he told RPP Noticias.

more rain forecast

Peru’s National Meteorological and Hydrological Service (Senamhi) said on Tuesday that moderate to extreme rainfall is expected on the northern and central coasts, as well as the central highlands and Huancavelica, at a red hazard threshold.

Through its social media, the agency also clarified that moderate to heavy rain is expected in the northern jungle.

These announcements by Senamhi are part of her short term heavy rain advisory #073.

Also National Emergency Operations Center (COEN), also indicated that moderate to extreme rainfall is expected in the Lima area in the coming hours. “The event can cause flooding, activation of ravines, landslides,” he added.

According to the latest Newsletter No. 48 on precipitation on the coast and in the mountains, senamhi clarified that in the period from Wednesday, March 15, to Friday, March 17, there will be precipitation (snow, hail, sleet and rain) from moderate to extreme intensity on the coast and in the mountains.