Latin America faces severe climate risks from El Niño and heavy rains

El Niño phenomenon climate emergencies flooding risks drought mitigation agricultural impact

Multiple Latin American nations are responding to severe climate-driven threats. In Peru, Cenepred has warned that over nine million people face high risks from floods, landslides, and droughts linked to the El Niño phenomenon. The Piura department is identified as the most vulnerable, with over one million people at risk. The National Water Authority has also flagged 44 critical points in the Camaná and Majes valleys. To prepare, the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) is planning interventions including food, vaccines, and water wells for livestock.

In Venezuela, heavy rains in Caracas have resulted in five deaths and 173 reported incidents over the last two weeks, including 31 fallen trees and 29 landslides. Authorities have urged citizens to manage waste properly to prevent drainage collapses.

In Guatemala, Vice President Karin Herrera has ordered urgent actions to mitigate the impacts of drought and potential flooding on food security and water access. Meanwhile, in El Salvador, authorities are monitoring a significant water deficit, particularly in the eastern and paracentral regions, which threatens agricultural production.

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CENEPRED · Caracas · Carmen Meléndez · El Bonete · El Niño · El Niño · INAPA · Karin Herrera · National Water Authority · Peru · Piura · Senamhi

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[○ 1 SOURCE] El Salvador is experiencing a water deficit, particularly in the eastern and paracentral regions. diariolahuella.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Over nine million people in Peru face high risks from floods, landslides, and droughts due to El Niño. www.telesurtv.net
[● 2 SOURCES] Five people died due to rain-related incidents in Caracas over the last two weeks. primeraedicioncol.com · primicia.com.ve
[● 2 SOURCES] Rainfall in Caracas caused 31 fallen trees, 29 landslides, and 45 flooded roads. primeraedicioncol.com · primicia.com.ve
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Piura department is the most vulnerable in Peru, with over one million people at risk. www.telesurtv.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] The National Water Authority identified 44 critical points in Peru's Camaná and Majes valleys due to El Niño. losandes.com.pe
[○ 1 SOURCE] Guatemalan Vice President Karin Herrera ordered urgent actions to mitigate drought and flood impacts. www.tn23.tv
[○ 1 SOURCE] Inapa removed 28 illegal water connections and 1,000 meters of piping in Valverde, Dominican Republic. elnuevodiario.com.do