The Ministry of Defense, through the National Institute of Civil Defense (Indeci), activated its operational capabilities for preparation and response to the intense rains that threaten 382 districts in 20 regions of the country, currently declared in a state of emergency for a period of 60 days.
The measure is adopted within the framework of the National Disaster Risk Management System (Sinagerd), of which the Defense sector is a part.
The declaration, made official through Supreme Decree No. 003-2026-PCM, includes the regions of Amazonas, Áncash, Apurímac, Arequipa, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Cusco, Huancavelica, Huánuco, Ica, Junín, La Libertad, Loreto, Madre de Dios, Moquegua, Pasco, Puno, San Martín, Tacna and Ucayali.
This provision allows for the timely deployment of personnel, logistical means and support actions to regional and local governments, prioritizing the protection of human life and the continuity of essential services.
The representative of Indeci, Percy Caballero, pointed out that the objective is to anticipate the effects of the summer rainy season through preventive actions such as cleaning and clearing rivers and streams, as well as strengthening early warning systems.
According to Senamhi, the most vulnerable areas are located in the upper and lower jungle, where rainfall could cause floods and landslides. Given this, the population was urged to stay informed through official channels and follow the recommendations of the authorities.
