There is a factory in San Juan de Lurigancho Block 2 of Av. Los Eucaliptos A fire broke out this Monday, December 29th, two days before the New Year. Dark smoke rises nearby Location 3 of Cto. Large and warns residents and traders to leave the area to avoid risks.
The institutional portal of the General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters of Peru reports that the emergency begins at 1:28 p.m. and has the support of ten units from different parts of Lima. Operational identifications include “M21-1,” “M121-1,” and “M65-1,” according to the official record.
The first versions indicate that the focus of the incident corresponds to one “Edible Products Factory” and that the possible origin responds to a “short circuit”. Local authority staff arrive on site and collect data to define the significant impacts and affected areas within the industrial area.
The emergency is classified as “Code 2”, Category that implies a greater use of resources and prescribes security measures for neighbors. Authorities ask that people keep their distance and prioritize alternative routes, while the National Police guard the perimeter and limit pedestrian and vehicle traffic to reduce possible incidents on surrounding streets.
In the sector, neighbors point out that the emergency is being controlled within the industrial area and describe a more stable scenario in the immediate area. One of them sums up the situation with a direct expression: “It’s already checked.”
Police officers maintain temporary closures at main entrances and are in direct coordination with operations management.
In the event of a fire, the General Fire Department of Peru recommends the following measures:
- keep calm: Avoid panicking as running or screaming may complicate evacuation and increase risk.
- Activate the fire alarm: If the location has an alarm system, activate it immediately to alert those present.
- Call the fire department: Report the fire to the emergency number 116, providing the exact address and details of the incident.
- Evacuate room: Use the established escape routes without using elevators and go to the predetermined meeting point.
- When the fire is small: If the fire is starting and you are familiar with using fire extinguishers, try to put it out. If this is not possible, evacuate immediately.
- When you’re trapped: Close doors to contain smoke and flames. Place damp cloths in the cracks and ask a window for help.
- When leaving: Do not re-enter the building until directed to do so by authorities.
For more information on preventive measures and measures in case of fire, visit the website of the National Institute of Civil Defense (INDECI): https://www.indeci.gob.pe/
In emergencies related to Firesyou need to contact the following numbers:
- General Corps of Volunteer Firefighters of Peru (CGBVP): Brand 116 to report Fires and other emergencies
- Mobile Emergency Response System (SAMU): Brand 106 for medical emergencies in different regions of the country.
- National Police of Peru: Brand 105 for police emergencies.
For a quick response in emergency situations, it is important to have these numbers on hand.
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