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Claro Perú Activates Free SMS Across 122 Provinces Through Feb. 26

The carrier describes the measure as an emergency lifeline for family contact during intense rains.

Overview

  • Free texting applies to both prepaid and postpaid customers in 15 departments named by the company.
  • The offer covers SMS only, with no complimentary voice calls or mobile data.
  • The service began on Feb. 20 and remains available until Feb. 26 at 23:59 local time.
  • Claro cites heavy rains and the risk of “quebradas” activation across regions as the reason for the move.
  • Coverage spans departments including Áncash, Arequipa, La Libertad, Piura, Tumbes, Lambayeque, Junín, Ica, Huánuco, Huancavelica, Ayacucho, Apurímac, Cajamarca, Pasco, and Lima.