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🌎 The Climate Eye of Piura: What Can a Weather Radar See from Northern Peru?

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PIURA CITY, Peru – A 26-meter tower has risen at kilometer 5.5 of the Piura–Sullana highway . At first glance, it looks like a giant white dome perched on scaffolding. But this isn’t just infrastructure—it’s a climate sentinel . A newly installed weather radar now watches the skies, scanning for storms , rainfall , and wind patterns in real time.   And what it sees could help us understand not just local weather , but global climate phenomena like El Niño and La Niña .   🛰️ What Can This Radar Actually See? The radar system is a C250P Dual-Polarimetric Doppler Radar , built by Advanced Radar Company in Boulder, Colorado. It operates in the C-band, ideal for detecting precipitation and wind fields with high precision.   With a detection range of up to 400 km, and an operational sweep of 200 km, it covers a vast and diverse region: Direction Reach Key Areas North To the Ecuadorian borde...

📡 El Ojo Climático de Piura: ¿Qué puede ver un radar meteorológico desde el km 5.5?

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VEINTISÉIS DE OCTUBRE, Piura –  A la altura del km 5.5 de la carretera Piura–Sullana , se ha erigido una torre de 26 metros que no solo desafía el cielo, sino que lo observa. Es el nuevo radar meteorológico del Senamhi , instalado en la sede del COER Piura .   Y aunque parece una esfera blanca montada sobre una estructura metálica, en realidad es un ojo climático que puede ver lo que tú no ves: tormentas eléctricas, lluvias intensas, vientos cruzados y nubosidad crítica… incluso antes de que lleguen.   🌎 ¿Qué puede ver este radar? El modelo instalado es el C250P , un radar Doppler de doble polarización en banda C, fabricado por Advanced Radar Company (EEUU). Su cobertura operativa se ha calibrado en 200 km a la redonda, lo que le permite vigilar: El norte: desde Sullana hasta la frontera con Ecuador , incluyendo Talara , Máncora y Tumbes . El sur: hasta Chiclayo , Ferreñafe y parte de La Libertad . El este: la sierra de Cajamarca, Chota , Cutervo ,...

A Talara teenage Girl Fulfills Dream of Exploring Space

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 S ource of pride for Piura in NASA   TALARA, Peru – Alexandra Castro, a fifth-year high school student at 15513 "Emblemática Talara " School, has achieved a unique experience: visiting the Houston Space Center , one of the most iconic places in space exploration history, as part of the She is an Astronaut program.   Sponsored by SLB, this initiative empowers girls through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics ( STEAM ), encouraging them to pursue careers in these fields.   The She is an Astronaut program, launched in 2019, selects talented girls from Latin America , offering them an immersive STEAM education and the opportunity to visit NASA ’s Houston Space Center. The program challenges gender stereotypes and empowers future generations of female scientists and space explorers.   NASA: Pioneer in Space Exploration— Since its inception in 1958, NASA has been at the forefront of space exploration. From the historic Apollo p...

Talareña Cumple Sueño de Explorar el Espacio

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Orgullo piurano en la NASA   TALARA, Piura – Alexandra Castro, estudiante del quinto año de secundaria del colegio 15513 "Emblemática Talara", ha alcanzado una experiencia única: visitar el Centro Espacial Houston, uno de los lugares más emblemáticos de la historia espacial, como parte del programa Ella es Astronauta .   Este programa, patrocinado por la empresa SLB, busca empoderar a niñas a través de la ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, artes y matemáticas ( STEAM , por sus siglas en inglés), inspirándolas a perseguir carreras en estos campos.   El programa Ella es Astronauta , lanzado en 2019, selecciona a niñas talentosas de América Latina, brindándoles una formación integral en STEAM y la oportunidad de visitar el Centro Espacial Houston. Este programa busca desafiar los estereotipos de género y empoderar a futuras generaciones de mujeres científicas y exploradoras espaciales.   NASA: Pionera en la Exploración Espacial | Desde su creación en 195...

Eduardo Mendoza: A Rising Peruvian Artist Bridging Reality and Fantasy

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Eduardo Mendoza , a talented artist from Sullana , Peru , is emerging as a prominent figure in the world of contemporary art . With formal training at the National Autonomous School of Fine Arts of Peru and additional studies in architecture and design at the Technological University of Peru, Mendoza has developed a unique style that seamlessly blends reality with fantasy, creating a body of work that resonates on both a regional and global scale.   Mendoza's art is characterized by a masterful use of light and shadow, which adds depth, volume, and fluidity to his compositions. He moves beyond mere photographic representation, offering interpretations of his surroundings that are subtle, dynamic, and, at times, sensuous. His work often features flowing lines and curves, especially in his depictions of the human form and natural elements like trees and landscapes. This approach gives his creations a sense of movement and vitality that captivates the viewer.   What set...

Eduardo Mendoza: El Artista Peruano que Transforma Realidad y Fantasía en Arte Contemporáneo

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Eduardo Mendoza , originario de Sullana , Perú , es un artista visual cuyo trabajo ha captado la atención en el panorama artístico nacional e internacional. Con formación en la prestigiosa Escuela Nacional Autónoma de Bellas Artes del Perú, y estudios complementarios en arquitectura y diseño en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú, Mendoza ha desarrollado un estilo único que combina la riqueza cultural de su tierra con una visión artística universal.   La obra de Mendoza se distingue por su capacidad de mezclar realidad y fantasía a través de un cuidadoso manejo de luces y sombras, que otorgan volumen y movimiento a cada una de sus creaciones. Su enfoque artístico no busca la representación fotográfica, sino que reinterpreta los elementos de su entorno con un toque de sutileza y sensualidad. Esto se refleja especialmente en sus representaciones de formas humanas, vegetales, y arquitectónicas, donde las líneas curvas y ondulantes añaden una sensación de fluidez y vida. ...

Carlo Mejía Rojas: A Multifaceted Artist with Deep Cultural Roots in Piura

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          Carlo Mejía Rojas is a prominent artist from Piura whose work spans from teaching to artistic creation in various disciplines such as painting, theater, dance, and music . With a solid and accomplished career, Mejía has dedicated his life to promoting art and culture in his community, making an impact both educationally and culturally.   Mejía Rojas was educated at some of the most renowned art schools in Peru. He began his studies at the Macedonio de la Torre School of Fine Arts in Trujillo in 1998 and later continued at the Ignacio Merino School of Fine Arts in Piura, where he graduated in 2000.   He furthered his education with studies in graphic design at the Ábaco Institute in Piura in 2007 and training in artistic screen printing between 2012 and 2013.   Mejía's teaching career began in 2001 and has spanned over two decades in various educational institutions, both at the primary and secondary levels. His spe...