12:28 | Saman (Puno region), Feb. 6.
Competent authorities have initiated the necessary response actions to address the emergency caused by the increase in water levels and subsequent overflow of the Tupin River, as a result of heavy rains, which caused a flood in three sectors across the district of Saman, in the province of Azangaro (Puno region).
In this regard, the Regional Emergency Operations Center (COER) reported that the flood has damaged 180 houses —where 720 people live— and destroyed 800 hectares of crops so far.
However, personnel from the Disaster Risk Management Office at the
Saman District Municipality and the Agrarian Agency continue to carry out the Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (EDAN) report in accordance with their competences.
In view of this situation, Saman Municipality representatives —with the support of locals and tools— are carrying out works to reinforce the riverside embankment with sandbags.
In addition, heavy machinery has been brought in to clear debris in the area.
The
National Civil Defense Institute (INDECI), through the National Emergency Operations Center (COEN), monitors the situation, coordinates with regional and local authorities, and urges them to keep Emergency Operations Centers functional.
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Published: 2/6/2022