Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
On Monday, July 1st, the Moreno Ortiz family from Xalapa, Veracruz, once again faced a family tragedy after being buried under a landslide caused by the heavy rains from Tropical Storm Chris. This tragic event brought back memories of the painful experience they went through in August 2021, when Hurricane Grace hit the region and resulted in the loss of five lives, including Dora Isabel and her five children. Adán Moreno Ortiz, son of Julia and Magdaleno, recounted that despite being relocated to a supposedly safe area after Hurricane Grace, they were once again affected by the rains and the softening of the ground. Fortunately, this time there were no human casualties, but their parents' home was completely destroyed. The story of the Moreno Ortiz family is a clear example of the vulnerability of many families living in high-risk areas prone to meteorological events such as hurricanes and tropical storms. Despite relocations and promises of support from authorities, the reality is that these families continue to face dangers and material losses that deeply impact their lives. Adán mentioned that, despite receiving a new home after Hurricane Grace, it did not have all the basic services promised by the authorities, forcing them to invest their own resources to make them available. This situation highlights the lack of follow-up and fulfillment of commitments by governmental institutions, leaving families in a situation of abandonment and lack of protection. The lack of preventive measures, such as the construction of retaining walls in landslide-prone areas, endangers the lives of residents in these communities. Adán mentioned that the absence of a retaining wall behind the homes built on a small hill contributed to the disaster his parents experienced, demonstrating the importance of proper planning in building homes in vulnerable areas. The response of authorities to this new tragedy has been a promise to expedite the process of finding a new home for the Moreno Ortiz family before the current administration ends in December. However, there is uncertainty about whether these measures will be effective and if the safety and well-being of this family, which has suffered so much in recent years, will truly be guaranteed. Community solidarity has been crucial in times of crisis like these, where neighbors and relatives come together to provide support and assistance in the face of adversity. The swift reaction of neighbors upon hearing the noise and their subsequent mobilization to rescue the members of the Moreno Ortiz family reflects the importance of collaboration and empathy in emergency situations. The story of the Moreno Ortiz family serves as a wake-up call for the urgent need to implement prevention and protection measures in communities vulnerable to natural disasters. Authorities must ensure the safety of their citizens and fulfill the commitments made to prevent tragedies like this from happening again in the future. Amidst the pain and loss, the Moreno Ortiz family seeks to rebuild their lives once again, facing challenges with courage and hope for a better future. Their story is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of solidarity and resilience in the face of the adversities that nature presents us.