Lima: In a tragic and shocking incident, as many as three people died and as massive waves hit Peru, Equador and Chile said reliable reports. According to reports, massive waves of up to 13 feet (four metres) have been experienced in the coasts of Peru, leaving as many as 100 ports closed. Peru closed 100 of its 121 ports until 1st January, the National Emergency Operations Centre informed on its X social media account and the same was confirmed by the government authorities. It is further worth mentioning that, Callao which sits adjacent to the capital Lima and is home to Peru’s largest port has closed several beaches and barred tourist and fishing boats from venturing out. The number of tourists during this time is high due to the Christmas and New Year celebration. Authorities further confirmed that, many beaches along the central and northern stretches of the country were closed to prevent risk to human life. Dozens of fishing boats were damaged, while those that were spared were still unable to work in the dangerous conditions. The waves, according to the Peruvian navy, are being generated off the US coast by winds along the ocean’s surface.
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