VOICED : Rescatan cientos de damnificados por lluvias y aludes en Peru

In Lima, Peru, police and firefighters conducted dramatic rescues due to severe flooding caused by El Niño. The floods isolated communities, leading to a lack of basic resources like food, water, and electricity. Over five rivers overflowed, and landslides blocked major roads. The natural disaster left Lima without potable water and resulted in at least 62 deaths and 62,000 displaced people across Peru. Community efforts focused on ensuring safety amid the crisis.

What challenges did the residents of Lima face due to the floods?

• They received immediate government aid.

• They had to evacuate to higher ground.

• They were left without food, water, and electricity.

• They were relocated to other cities.

What natural phenomenon contributed to the flooding in Lima?

• Hurricane

• Tornado

• El Niño

• Earthquake

What additional problem did the landslides cause in Lima?

• They blocked major roads.

• They destroyed homes.

• They contaminated water supplies.

• They caused power outages.

What is one of the major concerns for Lima due to the floods?

• Loss of communication networks

• Lack of medical facilities

• Shortage of potable water

• Increased crime rates

How many people have been affected by the floods across Peru?

• At least 62 people

• At least 620 people

• At least 6,200 people

• At least 62,000 people