The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) announced on May 6 that it responded to 123 road emergencies during April through its executing unit, Provías Nacional. Most incidents were caused by heavy rainfall, landslides, river overflows, and the activation of ravines across different parts of the country.
According to the MTC, these actions are part of ongoing efforts to ensure national connectivity and accessibility by improving transport infrastructure. The ministry said a permanent monitoring system enables immediate reporting so that zonal units can quickly intervene in critical areas. This approach has helped restore traffic flow on affected routes and reduce risks for drivers and passengers.
The MTC maintains heavy machinery distributed throughout Peru and has active road maintenance contracts designed to keep vehicle movement possible even under adverse weather conditions. Of the total emergencies reported last month, 65 have been resolved with full restoration of transit, while 58 remain under attention due to complex damage or continued rainfall. Some locations currently have restricted or interrupted traffic as a result.
Efforts have focused on restoring connectivity along major logistics corridors and regional integration roads—areas vital for supply chains and the national economy. The regions most affected during April included Huánuco, Cusco, Junín, Cajamarca, San Martín, and Puno.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications operates as part of Peru’s executive branch with authority over the transport sector; it aims to deliver safe infrastructure for national development according to the official website. Service centers such as MAC Lima Este help improve public access throughout communities in Peru according to the official website.
The MTC reaffirmed its commitment “to work uninterruptedly through Provías Nacional.” It said its priority remains ensuring user safety while keeping Peru’s national road network operating optimally.
