Peru: 82% of hospitals at risk of failure in El Niño disaster

Peru's Ministry of Health reports that only 18% of evaluated hospitals and institutes are likely to remain operational during a major natural disaster, with the rest requiring urgent interventions. This vulnerability, highlighted ahead of a potential El Niño event, suggests the healthcare system could be overwhelmed precisely when demand peaks. The assessment underscores a critical infrastructure gap, though the exact timeline and severity of the impending El Niño remain uncertain.