Zarumilla River flooding in Tumbes forces evacuations, 300+ families affected

Heavy rains caused the Zarumilla River to overflow, flooding Puerto Perú and the district of Aguas Verdes in Tumbes, Peru. The Army evacuated families to safe areas, with over 300 families affected per local testimonies. The event underscores the region's vulnerability to climate-driven flooding, though the full extent of damage and long-term displacement remains unclear.

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