They film the strange “amaru” phenomenon in a Peruvian lagoon: they claim that the water has risen more than 100 meters

The inhabitants of Santa Inés, a village in Pilpichaca, in Huancavelica, Peru, were amazed when they saw a circle of water coming out of a lagoon and rising more than 150 meters in height.

The videos of the strange phenomenon that occurred in Choclococha Lagoon, located more than 4,000 meters above sea level, were filmed by the cameras of those who saw them live. User @royvilladuran’s video is the one that appeared on local TV.

This circle of water more than a block high was, according to TVPE Noticias, a waterspout or water trumpet commonly called by the inhabitants of the area “amaru” (means serpent in Quechua).

The inhabitants of Santa Inés, in addition to knowing this phenomenon as the animal, They have the belief that they are interdimensional portals.

What is a waterspout?

Waterspout, waterspout or waterspout is a natural manifestation that occurs over water and, like tornadoes, it depends on the meeting of hot and cold air.

These tornado-like waterspouts can cause high winds, usually last only a few minutes, and usually do not cause significant damage to shoreline or people.

However, they are dangerous to vessels in their path, as they can cause capsizing and even destroy boats.

Another waterspout in Mexico

In August last year, a strong waterspout swept through Boca del Río in Veracruz, Mexico during the afternoon. Tourists, shopkeepers and passersby were swept up in a surprise tornado that toppled tents and chairs.

The Secretariat of the Civil Protection of State reported that the meteorological phenomenon was formed causing havoc on the beach of Villa del Mar and its surroundings.

Some people, seeing that it was approaching menacingly, started running, but others decided to stay to capture the images, which later went viral on social media. Despite the scare no injuries were reported.

The phenomenon began to subside as he approached the coastal streets and avenues where cars circulated. In turn, it generated rainfall in the area which led to heavy traffic.