A series of lightning flashes, followed by thunder, were observed on Monday morning in various districts across Lima and Callao, causing surprise and fear in the population.
People used social networks to share their experience in different parts of the capital and the country's main port city, especially in coastal districts, such as those near the Costa Verde seashore.
Quispe affirmed that this is an atypical phenomenon that occurs every 50 years, usually in high Andean and jungle areas.
Rain
The meteorologist reported that the clouds of humidity over the sea were moving from the north, approaching the city of Lima towards districts such as La Molina and Ate.
He went on to say that said clouds were moving south, delivering heavy rain in various areas across Lima and Callao.
Departure and arrival of aircraft
"It has been a very short weather event, which lasted about 40 minutes, at the most. I predict a clear sky without any interference," he added.
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Published: 5/24/2021