Chile Wildfires Kill 18, Force Thousands to Flee
Deadly wildfires sweep through Chile, claiming 18 lives and displacing thousands of residents as emergency services battle the fast-moving blazes.
Deadly wildfires sweep through Chile, claiming 18 lives and displacing thousands of residents as emergency services battle the fast-moving blazes.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric declares state of catastrophe as wildfires rage across central and southern regions, killing at least 18 people and forcing massive evacuations.
Devastating wildfires in Chile have killed at least 18 people as firefighters battle extreme heat and strong winds. The fires have consumed nearly 8,500 hectares, forcing evacuations in multiple communities.
Deadly wildfires in Chile have claimed 18 lives and gutted hundreds of homes, prompting President Gabriel Boric to declare a state of catastrophe.
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Deadly wildfires rage in southern Chile, killing at least 15 people and displacing over 50,000 residents. President Boric declares a state of emergency as firefighters battle blazes fueled by extreme weather.
Devastating wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 15 people and forced tens of thousands to evacuate. President Boric declares a state of natural disaster.
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