Chile
Forest fires in Chile kill at least 112, as death toll expected to rise
February 5, 2024
Forest fires in Chile kill at least 112, as death toll expected to rise
The death toll from raging wildfires in Chile has climbed to at least 112 people, Al Jazeera reported, adding 200 people were missing in and around the city of Viña del Mar. Almost 26,000 hectares (64,000 acres) of land had…
Chile forest fires kill at least 51 in densely populated areas
February 4, 2024
Chile forest fires kill at least 51 in densely populated areas
Intense forest fires burning around a densely populated area of central Chile have caused at least 51 deaths, local authorities confirmed Saturday evening, adding that at least 1,100 homes had been destroyed. President Gabriel Boric declared a state of emergency…