An Update on the Earthquake Recovery in Peru

Although many parts of Peru have recovered from the recent fatal earthquake that shook the nation, many of the southern coastal areas such as Pisco have suffered severe damage. 80,000 people were left without shelter by the powerful 8.0 quake which brought down schools, hospitals and nearly 34,000 homes. Road blockages have kept relief from reaching more remote areas in the countryside, further delaying recovery efforts. On a positive note, the Peruvian government has announced that the recovery efforts will create 8,000 jobs which will be designated to townspeople who survived the disaster. A US$95 million fund has been established to carry out these plans. Donor nations and relief agencies have pledged a total of $40 million. At this point a director has been appointed to FORSUR, the government committee responsible for rebuilding plans. Analyses have been completed and it is hoped that construction on new homes for the victims will begin in mid-October.

In the meantime travelers can help out by supporting the Peruvian economy and carrying on with their travel plans. Although travel agencies have been re-routing their itineraries to avoid the southern coast, it is still possible to visit (and stay in) Nazca. Flights over the Nazca lines are operating as usual. However, visits to the Paracas Reserve and Islas Ballestas are scheduled to be reopened in November, as the area was severely affected. Other parts of the country frequented by travelers, such as Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, Arequipa and the North are all open for business and welcoming travelers with open arms.

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