In the provinces of Islay, Camaná and Caravelí in Arequipa, drizzle, fog and increased wind have been recorded, causing landslides of rocks and sand on the Costanera highway and the areas of Quebrada de Guerrero (Matarani) and Quebrada del Toro (Camaná).
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Since yesterday, vehicle traffic has been restricted on the connecting roads on the Arequipa coast.due to the falling of rocks and sand from the hills, a fact that has generated concern among drivers and residents.
In the province of Islay, They reported traffic jams on the streets of the La Florida and Rotonda sectorsalso in the district of Mejía and the Tambo valley area.
The Citizen Security Manager of the province of Islay, Federico Floresmade recommendations to citizens to take precautions against the phenomenon that is being recorded.
“It is an unusual drizzle that occurs and brings discomfort to the population. We monitor with Civil Defense and the Fire Company to respond to emergencies that arise.”he noted.
The Ugel Islay sent a statement where the directors of educational institutions are informed to consider delaying the entry of students and suspending outdoor activities.
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However, the authorities They reported the entry of a landslide at kilometer 68 of the Costanera highwayin the Quebrada de Burros sector, Tacna region, where a vehicle was trapped When driving along the road, you can see in the image that it is almost buried.
Provias and Tacna Provincial Municipality personnel removed the material with a front loader, while dozens of vehicles remained stranded for hours.
Nevertheless, Senamhi reported that the increase in wind, fog and drizzle began on August 21 and will end on August 23, period lasting 47 hours.
