The Peruvian Executive Branch on Monday declared a state of emergency in 12 districts across Chucuito, El Collao, Puno, and San Roman provinces of Puno region after
Ubinas Volcano's eruption process caused damage in their areas.
According to a
supreme decree —published Monday in
El Peruano official gazette— the measure is intended to implement immediate and necessary response as well as rehabilitation actions in the affected zones.
Such actions may be modified according to the needs and security issues that may arise during their implementation, or if determined by technical studies carried out by competent entities.
Districts under a state of emergency
Chucuito:
• Huacullani
• Kelluyo
• Pisacoma
El Collao:
• Conduriri
• Santa Rosa
• Capazo
Puno:
• Acora
• Pichacani
• San Antonio
• Tiquillaca
• Mañazo
San Roman:
• Cabana
As is known, explosive volcanic activity started at Ubinas Volcano, located in Moquegua region, at around 2:30 A.M. (local time) on July 19, 2019.
The explosions resulted in ash being blown towards the south-southwest.
Damage assessment revealed the eruptive process' impact on people's life, health, houses, and agriculture in various Puno districts.
The document was signed by President Martin Vizcarra, Prime Minister Salvador del Solar, and heads of the following ministries: Health; Housing Construction and Sanitation; Agriculture and Irrigation; Education; Interior; Defense; Transport and Communications; Women and Vulnerable Populations; Energy and Mines; and Environment.
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Published: 7/22/2019