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Peru

US Embassy LimaAug 21

Severe weather is causing major airport disruptions and widespread road closures across key transit corridors, with sudden groundings at regional airports and primary highways blocked. Separately, a 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Ayacucho region, knocking out power to over 6,000 users, damaging buildings, and prompting regional schools to close for safety inspections. Check your flight status with your airline before heading to the airport, avoid rural or mountainous roads, carry enough cash to cover unexpected delays, and avoid damaged structures or overland travel near Ayacucho where aftershocks are possible.

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Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionExercise Increased CautionUpdated: May 16, 2025
Why This Level

Know before you go. This is due to crime, civil unrest, and the risk of kidnapping. Some areas, including the border with Colombia and the VRAEM region, are designated 'Do Not Travel'.

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Key Advice
  • Do not travel to the Colombia-Peru border area in the Loreto Region.
  • Avoid the VRAEM region due to high rates of crime and terrorism.
  • Demonstrations can shut down roads and airports without warning.
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