Ministry of Transport rules out fuel shortage in Ucayali following mudslide

The Minister of Transport and Communications ruled out the existence of a fuel shortage in the Ucayali region. The clarification comes after a mudslide recorded on the Federico Basadre highway caused temporary difficulties in the transport of supplies.

During a radio interview, the sector head explained that the landslide occurred at kilometer 441, forcing the use of alternative routes to transport fuel to the Pucallpa airport. However, he assured that flight operations and general supply are guaranteed.

Likewise, he indicated that cleaning work in the affected area allowed the restoration of vehicular traffic in a controlled manner for heavy freight vehicles, light transport, and passengers.

On the other hand, the ministry recalled that commercial flights in Pucallpa and Cusco will experience temporary suspensions on November 15 due to the visit of Pope Leo XIV, with extended shifts being implemented in the days before and after.