FALLING, INJURY, & DROWNING In

Conditions in amphibious communities including: unmaintained and slippery paths, muddy or uneven ground, animals, and thick vegetation can lead to falls, injury, and drownings.

Access to Care

Wounds from falls and injuries risk bacterial infection. This risk is especially high where there is limited access to clean water and medical care.

Iquitos, Peru

Economic Situation

63% 63%

Major Risk Factors

of Peruvians in the Loreto region live below the poverty line (Loreto, n.d.). When injured, they may still be compelled to work or go without meals or other necessities.

Safety Standards & Informal work

Age & Health

Children, the elderly, and those with mobility issues

Managing Risk with Updated Infrastructure

Claverito

A newly constructed staircase connecting Claverito and downtown Iquitos substantially reduces risk of falling and injury.

Falls & Injury on Staircase

3 months Before/After New Construction (2016/17)

Continuing Risk

Claverito’s floating paths continue to present a tripping hazard. Risk of injury is compounded by the garbage and bacteria rich riverwater just below the path.

Falls & Injury on Floating Path in 2

Months (2018)