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UPI, published by AccuWeather, reports that Peru placed nearly three-quarters of its districts across 25 regions under a 60-day emergency because of the threat of severe rain, flooding and mudslides linked to El Niño. In Tumbes and Piura, rain arrived earlier than expected and pushed major rivers past warning levels. The Zarumilla River flooded Aguas Verdes, while more than 300 families were affected in Puerto Perú. The video covers regions at risk, explains huaico mudslides and describes how El Niño is driving extreme weather.

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00:00El Niño is driving a flood emergency in Peru, UPI reports.
00:04On Tuesday, Peru declared a 60-day state of emergency.
00:07It covers nearly three-quarters of the country's districts across 25 regions.
00:12Officials cite the threat of severe rain, overflowing rivers and mudslides.
00:17In the north, in Tumbis and Piura, heavy rain arrived earlier than expected.
00:22Major rivers have passed critical warning levels.
00:24The Zaramila River flooded the community of Aguas Verdes, and nearly 30 families were moved to temporary shelter, local media
00:32report.
00:33In Puerto Peru, more than 300 families were reportedly affected when floodwater entered their homes.
00:40Mudslides known locally as Huaycos are fast flows of mud, rocks, and water.
00:44They can sweep through valleys and damage homes and roads.
00:47The measures are meant to speed up emergency response, aid delivery, and recovery work.
00:52Disclosure, this video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.

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