During the afternoon, the Pisco airport faced a total interruption of its operations due to a sudden change in weather. The presence of intense winds and dust The suspension reduced visibility throughout the area, prompting an immediate decision by the airport authority. The air traffic that connects with the tourist circuits to the Nasca lines were pausedalong with the training flights that are usually scheduled each day.
CORPAC released a message to the public to explain the decision. The statement stated: “The Peruvian Corporation of Airports and Commercial Aviation (CORPAC), an agency attached to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MTC), informs the public of the following: “With this introduction, the entity sought to specify the reasons that led to the temporary closure of the airport and highlight the importance of complying with aviation safety protocols.
Meanwhile, in different sectors of the Ica region there was a notable increase in gusts. In Paracas, the wind displaced large amounts of dust over urban areas and tourist areas, which changed the routine of residents and visitors. The dense clouds that advanced over the coastline made vision difficult on streets and main entrancesin addition to causing respiratory discomfort in many homes.
The increase in wind speed on the coast formed a pattern that began on Tuesday, November 4. That day, values close to 32 km/h were recorded on the north coast, around 34 km/h on the central coast and close to 22 km/h on the south coast. For Ica, the forecast released by the meteorological organization indicated speeds close to 35 km/h. These figures confirmed an unstable scenario and explained the expansion of dust in areas near the coast.
The region also experienced the presence of dense cloud cover in the early morning and early morning hours. In some places there was drizzle, added to episodes of fog and mist, which affected horizontal visibility. In several coastal districts of Ica, rising dust, reduced vision on main roads and a decrease in vehicular traffic were reported.
Local recommendations were to limit exposure to outdoors and use basic protection to avoid respiratory discomfort. Daily mobility was adjusted to constant climate variations, while authorities evaluated the evolution of the gusts to guide the population.
He Captain FAP Renán Elías Olivera International Airport It recorded gusts that reached up to 50 km/h, according to the current warning. The air currents moved dust to sectors close to the runway, which increased the risk for aircraft. In the statement released by CORPAC it was stated: “This measure, adopted in compliance with aeronautical safety protocols, affects training and tourism flights carried out over the Nasca Lines.”
The institution added a third key point: “The suspension of flights will remain until adequate meteorological conditions are restored, and these allow the aircraft to operate safely.” This indication marked the central criterion to determine the moment of reopening.
Tour agencies, instructors and operators adjusted their schedules in anticipation of improved weather. The continuity of the routes to Nasca depends on visibility regaining optimal levels and gusts decreasing along the entire coastal strip.
In Paracas, the gusts surprised those traveling between residential areas and tourist areas. The dust advanced over hotel complexes, roads near the sea and commercial areas. Various activities were suspended or rescheduled while the reduction in visibility persisted.
Meteorological surveillance is maintained throughout the region. The forecast anticipates that cloud cover, drizzle and fog episodes could continue in areas close to the coast during the first hours of the day, which would prolong instability in air and land mobility.
