Summary
At least 12 people have died and about 50 are missing after a landslide hit two boats in Peru's Amazon region. The incident occurred as the boats were docked at a river port in the Ucayali region, and rescue efforts are ongoing despite challenges from fast-flowing river waters.
Key Facts
- A landslide struck two boats in Peru's Amazon rainforest, causing at least 12 deaths.
- Around 50 people are reported missing following the incident.
- The landslide occurred at 05:00 local time in the Ucayali region, as passengers were disembarking in Iparia.
- One of the boats sank, and the other was severely damaged.
- The incident was caused by erosion of the Ucayali River's bank.
- Authorities, including national police and the Peruvian Navy, are conducting search and rescue operations.
- Fast-flowing river waters are hindering rescue efforts.
- Children, teachers, and doctors were among the passengers on the boats.
