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Heavy rains driven by El Niño Costero have caused widespread flooding across Peru, especially in Arequipa. Over 700 districts are under emergency, with roads damaged and at least 68 deaths since December. The government has declared a state of emergency and is fast-tracking funding for infrastructure repairs.
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Peru has extended voting in its presidential election due to security concerns. Over 52,000 voters in Lima and abroad have been allowed to vote later today. The election features 35 candidates amid widespread discontent over crime and corruption, with a runoff expected in June.
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Peru's electoral body has been counting votes for three days, with no clear winner emerging. Early results show Keiko Fujimori leading narrowly, followed by Rafael Lopez Aliaga and Jorge Nieto. The race remains fluid, with a runoff likely scheduled for June 7, as logistical issues have delayed final results.