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El Niño-driven drought fuels forest fires across Peru; Cusco reports five dead
La República (Peru)LO·PE·3 days ago
Peru's meteorological service Senamhi has issued a red alert for high temperatures, elevated UV radiation, and winds up to 40 km/h across 20 regions, including the capital Lima. The alert signals an unusual and potentially dangerous heat event, though specific temperature thresholds and duration remain unspecified. This could strain public health systems and energy demand, and may indicate broader regional climate anomalies.