# Winter weather patterns in Peru and Chile > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/winter-weather-patterns-in-peru-and-chile > Updated: 2026-08-16T20:13:12.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 3. Winter weather patterns in Peru and Chile continue to be characterized by rain, overcast skies, and varying regional conditions. In Peru, the meteorological phenomenon ‘Dana Aníbal’ has intensified the impact of heavy rains, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage. In the southern Caravelí province, mudslides and rockfalls have blocked the Panamericana Sur highway between kilometers 709 and 782, leaving hundreds of buses and heavy vehicles stranded. Similar landslides have affected coastal roads and activated ravines in Moquegua and Tacna. In Tacna, residents in the Leoncio Prado neighborhood reported street flooding and sewage overflows following the collapse of a drainage manhole. In Lima, the district of Villa El Salvador experienced significant flooding due to intense rainfall and sewage system collapses; authorities reported extracting 115,000 gallons of water to restore transit, while local officials requested field hospitals to mitigate potential epidemiological risks. As the crisis evolves, the Peruvian government plans to declare a state of emergency in the most affected districts and regions. In Lima Sur, districts including Villa El Salvador and Chorrillos have reported hundreds of affected residents, dozens of damaged homes, and several impacted schools. The flooding was exacerbated by sewage system collapses, prompting President Keiko Fujimori to announce a restructuring of the state water utility, Sedapal, to address structural failures. To support the agricultural sector facing El Niño-related risks, S/ 800 million will be allocated. In the south, transport remains paralyzed on the Panamericana Sur highway between Atico and Ocoña, and Tacna International Airport was temporarily closed as a precaution. In Chile, weather conditions remain localized. Curicó and Pucón continue to face high probabilities of rain and cold temperatures, with Pucón recording lows of 2°C. Santiago and Viña del Mar have maintained drier, cloudy conditions. ## Claims - The government will declare a state of emergency in several districts and regions affected by heavy rains. (disputed by 4 sources) - President Keiko Fujimori announced a restructuring of the water utility Sedapal due to structural failures in the sewage system. (disputed by 2 sources) - Approximately 300 people and 62 homes were affected by flooding in Lima Sur. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Panamericana Sur highway is blocked between kilometers 709 and 782 due to landslides. (single source) - The Tacna International Airport was temporarily closed as a precaution. (single source) - S/ 800 million will be allocated to support the agricultural sector facing El Niño impacts. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: Peru declares emergency as heavy rains cause flooding and infrastructure damage Heavy rains and 'Dana Aníbal' have caused flooding in Peru, prompting President Keiko Fujimori to declare emergencies and announce a restructuring of the water utility Sedapal following sewage collapses. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-weather-heavy-rains-disrupt-southern-travel-while-heat-hits-northern-coast ### 2026-08-12: Winter weather affects regions in Chile and Peru Winter weather patterns bring rain to parts of Chile, including Curicó and Pucón, while Senamhi forecasts continued drizzle in Lima, Peru, through August 18. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/winter-weather-affects-regions-in-chile-and-peru ### 2026-08-08: SENAMHI weather forecast for various regions in Peru SENAMHI reports diverse weather conditions across Peru, ranging from cloudy coastal areas to cold Andean highlands and warm, humid jungle regions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senamhi-weather-forecast-for-various-regions-in-peru --- Cite as: Winter weather patterns in Peru and Chile. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/winter-weather-patterns-in-peru-and-chile