Lima transport authority prepares transit systems for El Niño heatwaves
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The Transport and Communications Authority for Lima and Callao (ATU) is implementing safety measures across the city's transit network to combat the heat and rain caused by the El Niño phenomenon.
These measures target the Metropolitano bus system, complementary corridors, the Lima Metro, and regular public transport to prevent emergencies during peak travel hours. The ATU plans to install more deflectors on Metropolitano buses and adjust window glass and stoppers to improve air circulation inside the vehicles.
For infrastructure, the agency is adding awnings to some stations and installing drinking fountains at the Naranjal, Matellini, and Chimpu Ocllo terminals. The authority also increased medical personnel at stations and completed roof waterproofing and gutter cleaning for the Metropolitano. For the Red, Blue, and Purple complementary corridors, the ATU will establish contingency detour routes to maintain service during floods or landslides.
The Lima Metro Lines 1 and 2 will receive reinforced cleaning and inspections of drainage systems, pumps, and channels, specifically in the underground stations of Line 2. The agency will also signpost tracks at risk of flooding, such as underpasses and bridges near the Rímac River, to warn drivers. Drivers of the Metropolitano, complementary corridors, regular transport, and taxis will receive training to assist passengers suffering from heatstroke or other temperature-related symptoms.
Operators will also learn to monitor engine and ventilation systems to prevent vehicle overheating. To manage these risks, the ATU launched a geovisor to identify hazard zones and track the location of transport units near high-risk areas.
