Ecuador’s secretary for risk management, Jorge Carillo, told a media conference that an “extreme event” was occurring and warned that similar phenomena could be expected in the future.
Another was recorded in Chile, the country’s navy said, after a 30-year-old man was found dead at a beach.
He forecast that the big waves “will continue in coming days,“ but expected them to calm somewhat from Monday, and to return more to normal in the first days of January.
The waves, according to the Peruvian navy, are being generated off the US coast by winds along the ocean’s surface.
Many fishing boats were damaged, while those that were spared were still unable to work in the dangerous conditions.
“I’m 70 years old and I’ve never seen such unusual and strong waves,“ he said.
The city of Callao, which sits adjacent to the capital Lima and is home to Peru’s largest port, has closed several beaches and barred tourist from venturing out.
“We hope nothing more happens, as this would significantly impact the economy.”
The phenomenon began on Christmas and will last until January 1, according to Peru’s National Emergency Operations Center.
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