Hey everyone, a tragic landslide hit the port of Iparia in Peru’s Ucayali region early Monday 🌧️, submerging two boats docked along the Ucayali River.
Officials say at least 12 people, including three children, lost their lives. About 25 were injured, and nearly 40 remain missing as rescue teams race against time.
The accident happened at dawn when heavy rains and riverbank erosion—common during flood season—caused part of the bank to collapse.
Key facts
- 12 confirmed dead
- 25 injured
- ~40 missing
- Two boats sunk
Peru’s navy and local volunteers are battling fast currents, fog, and whirlpools to locate survivors 🚤💨. This tragedy highlights how vulnerable river transport can be during extreme weather.
Stay safe near water and keep communities in your thoughts as rescue efforts continue 🙏.
Reference(s):
12 dead, dozens missing as landslide submerges boats in Peru port
cgtn.com
