El Niño rains in Peru disrupt access to Machu Picchu
Summary
Heavy rains caused by the El Niño weather pattern led to flooding in Peru, making it hard to visit Machu Picchu. The main hiking trail to the site was closed, and many roads and homes, including in Lima, were affected by floods and landslides.Key Facts
- The El Niño weather phenomenon caused heavy rains and flooding in Peru on August 21, 2026.
- Flooding disrupted access to Machu Picchu, a famous ancient Inca city.
- The Inca Trail, a popular route to Machu Picchu, was closed until Saturday due to dangerous conditions.
- Roads were blocked by landslides caused by the heavy rains.
- Homes in Lima, the capital city of Peru, were flooded.
- Authorities acted to keep people safe by closing trails and monitoring weather impacts.
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