Rainfall alert issued for Peru's jungle and mountains, with thunderstorms and strong winds predicted

Peru's National Meteorology and Hydrology Service (Senamhi) has issued an alert for light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected across the jungle and mountain regions this weekend. The forecast covers Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11.

Provinces in the Amazon, Loreto, San Martín, Ucayali, and Huánuco regions are expected to experience significant rainfall, with accumulations of up to 45 millimeters per day in the northern jungle and around 40 millimeters in the central areas. These rains will be accompanied by electrical discharges and wind gusts reaching speeds of up to 40 kilometers per hour.

In the northern and central mountain ranges, similar conditions are anticipated, including electrical activity, wind speeds up to 35 km/h, and increased cloudiness. Daily rainfall accumulation in these areas is estimated between five and 14 millimeters. Isolated light rains are also forecast for some coastal areas in the north, particularly in Tumbes and parts of Piura.

In response to the alert, the National Civil Defense Institute (Indeci) has urged regional and local governments to ensure evacuation routes are clear and well-marked. They also advised reviewing the response capabilities of health facilities, fire departments, and police stations. The public is encouraged to reinforce their home roofs and coordinate with authorities on early warning systems to respond promptly to potential landslides or flash floods.