Archaeological heritage alert: El Niño phenomenon threatens more than 8,500 sites exposed to heavy rains on the Peruvian coast

Heavy rainfall associated with a potential El Niño phenomenon poses a significant threat to more than 8,500 archaeological sites situated along the Peruvian coast. According to reports, the vulnerability of these historical vestiges is directly tied to their specific geographic locations and exposure to intense precipitation.

Simultaneously, the influence of the El Niño phenomenon has triggered broader regional environmental impacts, including a severe drought affecting the eastern and coastal zones of El Salvador. Salvadoran authorities, specifically the Minister of Environment Fernando López, reported that these regions are currently experiencing their third drought in recent months.