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"Chile's Wildfires: Death Toll Climbs, Botanical Garden Miracle, and Satellite Images Reveal Devastation"

The death toll from wildfires in central Chile has risen to 131, with over 300 people still missing, making it the country's deadliest disaster since the 2010 earthquake. President Gabriel Boric announced aid measures, including forgiving water bills for affected homes and donating furniture for the 2023 Pan American Games to victims. The fires, suspected to have been intentionally lit, have devastated the Valparaíso region, leading to an outpouring of support from both national and international communities.

via The Guardian|

#chile #death-toll #intentional-fires

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"Chile's Devastating Forest Fires Claim Over 100 Lives"

Chile's forest fires have claimed at least 112 lives, with hundreds more missing, prompting President Gabriel Boric to declare a state of emergency. The fires have devastated the central region of Valparaiso, with 200 people missing in the city of Viña del Mar. Efforts to combat the fires involve thousands of firefighters and military personnel, along with firefighting aircraft. The fires, exacerbated by record high temperatures and low humidity, have led to calls for prayers from Pope Francis and raised concerns about the increasing frequency of natural disasters due to climate change.

via Al Jazeera English|

#chile #climate-change #forest-fires

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"Deadly Chilean Wildfires Claim Over 100 Lives in 3 Days"

Massive forest fires in central Chile have killed at least 112 people, with the city of Viña del Mar being heavily affected, leaving 1,600 people homeless and 200 missing. President Gabriel Boric declared two days of national mourning and extended curfews in affected areas, while firefighters struggle to contain the blazes. Officials suspect some fires may have been intentionally set, and the El Niño weather pattern has exacerbated drought and high temperatures, increasing the risk of forest fires in western South America.

via The Associated Press|

#casualties #chile #emergency-response

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"Deadly Chilean Wildfires Claim 64 Lives, Death Toll Expected to Climb"

Forest fires in Chile have claimed the lives of at least 64 people, with the death toll expected to rise, and have affected over 43,000 hectares and 1,350 homes. President Gabriel Boric has declared two days of national mourning and a state of emergency, promising government resources to aid those affected. Evacuations have been triggered in central Chile, and red alerts have been issued for at-risk areas. The fires, exacerbated by a heat wave, have prompted the deployment of helicopters, firefighters, and the suspension of mass commercial events.

via NBC News|

#chile #forest-fires #national-mourning