world-environment6.95 min read "Unscathed: How Botania Escaped Chile's Deadly Wildfires"
Deadly wildfires in Chile have devastated communities, but the neighborhood of Botania remained untouched due to a successful fire prevention plan crafted by Chilean forestry officials and a local NGO, with support from the U.S. government. However, the fires highlighted the stubborn social inequalities that exacerbate such disasters, as many vulnerable communities lacked the resources and training needed to protect themselves. The proliferation of irregular settlements and neglect of state services have contributed to the severity of the wildfires, while climate change and intentional fire-starting have also played a role in the escalating crisis.
1 year ago•Source: The Washington Post
