In 18 regions of Peru, an emergency was announced due to the El-Nigno effect, local media reported.
A state of emergency was announced in 18 regions for 60 days due to the negative consequences of the El Nigno phenomenon.
Before the end of the year, pouring rains are expected, to reduce the risks, the government has developed an action plan.
Earlier on February 8, 40 people died as a result of floods and landslides caused by the latest heavy rains in Peru.