“The North is back”: Head of Ministry encourages visiting beaches despite warning of another tsunami on January 10

Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Úrsula Desilú Leóninvited the population to resume their travel plans to the north of the country. In the context of the press conference after the Council of Ministers, the head of Mincetur emphasized that many beaches in the region are already suitable for receiving tourists, despite the warning of a new abnormal wave that is expected between January 10 and 13.

“The idea is to be able to inform the population that the north has already returned, that tourists can be sure that they will be safe on these beaches. said León, who emphasized the importance of promoting tourism in these regions. In addition, he urged travelers not to cancel their plans and instead encouraged potential visitors to enjoy “This wonderful destination that the northern beaches give us.”

Also, the minister reported that January 7 He visited the regions of Piura and Tumbes with his team to inspect the areas affected by the abnormal waves in December and January. During this tour they visited beaches such as El Ñuro, Los Órganos and Máncora in the region of Piura, as well as The Little Foxes and the Cross in Tumba. Although they acknowledged that some areas suffered significant damage from the so-called “tidal wave”, they pointed out that others are already in conditions to receive tourists.

Regarding tourism, León reaffirmed the commitment of his ministry to reactivate tourism in the region through “The North is waiting for you”led by PromPerú, once the alert for new anomalous waves ends. This plan is designed to attract visitors to the northern beaches during the first months of the year. However, he stressed the importance of having updated and verified information about beach conditions. denying false information that would circulate on social networks and that they would ensure that the northern beaches are not suitable all summer.

The minister affirmed that in the region of Piura, she held meetings with the mayors of the districts of Los Órganos, El Alto, Lobitos and Máncora, as well as representatives of the regional government, the provincial municipality of Talara and the Captaincy of the Port of Talara. These working groups made it possible to identify specific needs and coordinate efforts for the rehabilitation of beaches and tourist areas. “We were able to see that not all the northern beaches were affected. There are beaches that are already in condition to be visited”he assured. He also emphasized the immediate support of the private and public sector in sending food and blankets to the affected fishermen.

In addition to the promotion of tourism, the Mincetur coordinated with the Ministry of Housing for the cleaning of Mancora Promenade. This effort aims to ensure that the beaches are in optimal conditions for visitors. He also announced the start of the construction project Cabo Blanco promenade for the end of February, which is in the stage of the technical file.

Despite efforts to reactivate, Peruvian Navythrough its Directorate of Hydrography and Navigation (DHN), issued a warning about the arrival of a new abnormal wave that will affect the Peruvian coast. since January 10. According to the special notification no. 002, this phenomenon coming from the northwest will affect with intensities that will vary from light to strong in different parts of the coast.

On the northern coast, which stretches from Tumbes to Salaverry, waves will gradually intensify. from the early morning of Friday the 10th until reaching strong levels in the early morning of Saturday the 11th. Similar situations are expected in the central and southern coast of the country. In addition, the lunar phase from the half moon to the full moon, which will reach the peak of Monday, January 13will contribute to rising tide levels in certain coastal areas.

DHN also recommended that fishermen and tour operators take extreme safety measures during these days, avoiding marine activities in dangerous areas. He also called on local authorities to coordinate preventive actions that minimize potential damage to coastal areas and protect communities and visitors.