The Regional Emergency and Disaster System (SIRED) of the Regional Emergency Operations Center (COER) Ancash reported that from January 1 to Tuesday, February 18, 38 Huaicos have registered in this Ancash region due to heavy rains.
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According to information reported local governments, the Huaicos have left a balance of 91 people affected, 26 victims and 2 deceased in which it goes of the year; as well as 24 affected homes, 5 destroyed and 2 uninhabitable.
Also, the Huaicos They have affected 3,400 meters from the national road and 4,500 meters of roads, which hinders traffic and access to various locations in the Ancash region.
The COER Áncash recommended that, given the occurrence of these phenomena, it is essential that the population identify risk zones and avoid settling in ravines or unstable slopes as a prevention measure.
So, Each family must prepare an evacuation plan and have an emergency backpack with water, non -perishable food, flashlight, radio, important documents and a first aid kit.
In case of heavy rains, you should not try to cross rivers or ravines in grown, since the current can be dangerous.
“The authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide support to the affected areas. The population is urged to remain informed and take the necessary precautions to protect their lives and that of their families ”, The coer coordinator Ancash, Carlos Paredes.
