As attention shifts from immediate response to recovery, the humanitarian impact of the Pamplona Alta fire remains profound. Municipal and national authorities have begun assessing structural damage to determine which homes can be repaired and which are beyond saving. Social workers are registering affected families to coordinate assistance, including temporary housing, food support, and basic necessities. Community leaders have called for long-term solutions that go beyond emergency aid, urging investment in safer housing, improved access roads, reliable water infrastructure, and stricter oversight to prevent illegal activities that endanger residents. The fire has once again highlighted the vulnerabilities faced by informal settlements across Lima, where rapid urban growth has often outpaced planning and safety measures. For the families of Pamplona Alta, rebuilding will be a long and difficult process, marked by uncertainty and loss. Yet amid the devastation, acts of solidarity and resilience have emerged, offering hope that, with sustained support and meaningful policy changes, the community can recover and reduce the risk of similar tragedies in the future.
