Inflatable boat used to rescue residents trapped by flooding in Villa El Salvador

During the early hours of Monday, residents trapped in their homes due to flooding in the Villa El Salvador district of Lima were rescued using an inflatable boat. The flooding was caused by an unusual rainfall event that occurred on Sunday night, primarily affecting the sector 1 area of the district.

The emergency response highlights the impact of unexpected weather conditions on the southern districts of Lima. Local authorities and emergency teams utilized specialized equipment to reach citizens stranded by the rising water levels in their residential neighborhoods.