Peru Landslide: 12 Dead, Dozens Missing After Boats Hit

Landslide Incident in Peruvian Amazon

A landslide in Peru's Amazon rainforest region has resulted in 12 fatalities and approximately 50 individuals reported missing. The incident occurred on Monday at a river port in Iparia, located in the central Ucayali region.

The landslide struck two passenger vessels docked at approximately 05:00 local time (10:00 GMT). One ferry sank, and another passenger boat sustained severe damage. Dozens of people were aboard the vessels, preparing to disembark at the time of the event.

Injured individuals have been transported to local hospitals. National police and the Peruvian Navy have initiated search and rescue operations to locate survivors. Reports indicate that children may be among those unaccounted for.