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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes 2

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

(260120) -- BEIJING, January 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

A resident cleans a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Deadly Wildfires in Southern Chile Force Thousands to Flee

Residents clean a fire-affected area in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, January 19, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio to address the emergency. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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Chile: 19 Dead, Over 50,000 Evacuated as Wildfires Threaten Concepción

On Sunday, January 18, Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe across two regions as deadly wildfires claimed at least 19 lives. More than 50,000 people have been evacuated from the Ñuble and Biobío regions. President Boric warned that the death toll is expected to rise as search teams reach devastated areas. Blistering heat and strong winds have severely hampered firefighting efforts, with temperatures soaring to 100°F (38°C) on Sunday, January 18.

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Forest Fire - Chile

This photo shows burnt-down buildings at the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

Firefighters work at the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

This photo shows the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

A woman stands in front of a building affected by a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

This photo shows the site a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

This photo shows burnt-down buildings at the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

This photo shows damaged cars and buildings at the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire - Chile

Firefighters work at the site of a forest fire in Penco, Biobio region, Chile, Jan. 18, 2026. Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio on Sunday after forest fires killed at least 16 people. "Given the serious fires currently underway, I have decided to declare a state of catastrophe in the regions of Nuble and Biobio. All resources are available," Boric said in a post on social media X. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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Chile: Flight to Punta Arenas Captures Smoke From Argentina Wildfires

A video taken from a flight to Punta Arenas shows thick smoke from wildfires in Argentina drifting over the area near Lake Todos los Santos in Los Lagos, southern Chile on Wednesday, January 14.

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Chile: Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Las Condes, Santiago

A wildfire broke out on Monday, December 29, 2025, in the San Carlos de Apoquindo area of Las Condes, northeastern Santiago, prompting a large emergency response. The blaze, known as Plaza Sur, has burned at least 470 hectares near the Claro Arena stadium, though no homes or critical infrastructure have been affected. Strong winds and limited water access have hampered firefighting efforts, but authorities say the fire’s intensity is decreasing while containment work continues.

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Chile: Large Fire Erupts At Historic San Francisco Church In Iquique 3

On Friday, October 11, a large fire broke out at the San Francisco Church, a historic church in Iquique, which was declared a National Historical Monument in 1994. The cause of the fire is unknown as of writing.

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Chile: Large Fire Erupts At Historic San Francisco Church In Iquique 2

On Friday, October 11, a large fire broke out at the San Francisco Church, a historic church in Iquique, which was declared a National Historical Monument in 1994. The cause of the fire is unknown as of writing.

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Chile: Large Fire Erupts At Historic San Francisco Church In Iquique

On Friday, October 11, a large fire broke out at the San Francisco Church, a historic church in Iquique, which was declared a National Historical Monument in 1994. The cause of the fire is unknown as of writing.

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Solar Eclipse Creates Ring Of Fire - Easter Island

People observe an annular solar eclipse on Easter Island, Chile, on October 2, 2024. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Solar Eclipse Creates Ring Of Fire - Easter Island

People observe an annular solar eclipse on Easter Island, Chile, on October 2, 2024. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Solar Eclipse Creates Ring Of Fire - Easter Island

An annular solar eclipse is pictured on Easter Island, Chile, on October 2, 2024. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Chile: 7.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Antofagasta 5

A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile in the Antofagasta region on Thursday night, July 18, near the border with Argentina and Bolivia. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the magnitude at 6.8 but was upgraded later to 7.3. The USGS pegged the quake at 7.4. No reports of damage, injury or casualty as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Chile: 7.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Antofagasta 2

A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile in the Antofagasta region on Thursday night, July 18, near the border with Argentina and Bolivia. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the magnitude at 6.8 but was upgraded later to 7.3. The USGS pegged the quake at 7.4. No reports of damage, injury, or casualty as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Chile: 7.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Antofagasta

A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile in the Antofagasta region on Thursday night, July 18, near the border with Argentina and Bolivia. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the magnitude at 6.8 but was upgraded later to 7.3. The USGS pegged the quake at 7.4. No reports of damage, injury, or casualty as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Chile: 7.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Antofagasta 4

A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile in the Antofagasta region on Thursday night, July 18, near the border with Argentina and Bolivia. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the magnitude at 6.8 but was upgraded later to 7.3. The USGS pegged the quake at 7.4. No reports of damage, injury, or casualty as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Chile: 7.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Antofagasta 3

A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile in the Antofagasta region on Thursday night, July 18, near the border with Argentina and Bolivia. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) initially reported the magnitude at 6.8 but was upgraded later to 7.3. The USGS pegged the quake at 7.4. No reports of damage, injury, or casualty as of writing. This is a developing story.

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Chile's latest wildfire burns 20 homes

STORY: Chile's latest wildfire burns 20 homes SHOOTING TIME: March 14, 2024 DATELINE: March 15, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:00 LOCATION: Santiago CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of scenes of firefighting 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): GABRIEL BORIC, President of Chile 3. various of scenes of the house remaining after the fire STORYLINE: Chilean President Gabriel Boric on Thursday said the latest wildfire in the fire-ravaged central Valparaiso region burnt 20 homes on Wednesday night, but fortunately it claimed no lives. SOUNDBITE (Spanish): GABRIEL BORIC, President of Chile "Thanks to the rapid deployment of firefighters, along with the National Forestry Corporation (Conaf), all the fires that we saw yesterday in the region of Valparaiso have been contained." While at least 20 homes were affected, he said, there were no injuries or fatalities in the fires that burnt about 2.5 hectares of land at Cerro Cordillera in Valparaiso, located one hour from the capital Santiago. "At this moment, work is being carried

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Chile: New Forest Fire Prompts Evacuation, Burns Homes In Valparaiso

Evacuation was ordered for residents of Cerro Cordillera and Cerro Alegre and at least 10 homes were burned as a forest fire spread in Valparaiso on Wednesday evening, March 13.

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Chile: Large Fire Breaks Out In Santiago’s Pudahuel Industrial Area 2

A three-alarm fire broke out in an industrial sector in Pudahuel, Santiago, on Tuesday, February 20, damaging the San Francisco Winery Logistic Center on Américo Vespucio and some nearby warehouses. The cause of the fire is unknown, and no injury has been reported as of writing.

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Chile: Large Fire Breaks Out In Santiago’s Pudahuel Industrial Area

A three-alarm fire broke out in an industrial sector in Pudahuel, Santiago, on Tuesday, February 20, damaging the San Francisco Winery Logistic Center on Américo Vespucio and some nearby warehouses. The cause of the fire is unknown, and no injury has been reported as of writing.

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Chile: Forest Fire Rages In Araucanía Region Prompting Evacuation Of Several Communities 2

Residents of several communities were ordered to evacuate in the Araucanía Region on Sunday, February 18, as a forest fire rapidly spread. This video shows huge plumes of smoke seen from a train traveling from Temuco to Victoria.

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Chile: Forest Fire Rages In Araucanía Region Prompting Evacuation And Highway Closure

The highway between the cities of Victoria and Traiguén in Araucanía Region was closed to traffic due to a forest fire rapidly spreading in the area. A new evacuation was ordered for residents of the Victoria communities of San Luis and La Colonia on Sunday, February 18.

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Chile: Super Cup Final Suspended After Colo-Colo Fans Set Fire At National Stadium

The Chilean Super Cup final match between CSD Colo-Colo and Huachipato FC, held at the National Stadium in Santiago, was forced to be suspended on Sunday, February 11, as fans turned violent and set fire to seats in the stands. The halftime was delayed after some supporters clashed with police as they attempted to get onto the pitch. The game was called off officially as unrest continued to grow, and a fire broke out in the stands.

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240206) -- BEIJING, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Firefighters try to extinguish fire in Vina Del Mar, Chile, Feb. 3, 2024. Raging forest fires in central Chile's Valparaiso region have claimed at least 122 lives, the Chilean government said Monday. Fires sparked Friday in different locations have burned more than 11,000 hectares in Valparaiso, and between 3,000 and 6,000 homes have suffered some degree of damage. (Xinhua)

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CHILE-VINA DEL MAR-FOREST FIRES-DEATH TOLL

(240206) -- VINA DEL MAR, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Firefighters try to extinguish fire in Vina Del Mar, Chile, Feb. 3, 2024. Raging forest fires in central Chile's Valparaiso region have claimed at least 122 lives, the Chilean government said Monday. Fires sparked Friday in different locations have burned more than 11,000 hectares in Valparaiso, and between 3,000 and 6,000 homes have suffered some degree of damage. (Xinhua)

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CHILE-VINA DEL MAR-FOREST FIRES-DEATH TOLL

(240206) -- VINA DEL MAR, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Firefighters try to extinguish fire in Vina Del Mar, Chile, Feb. 3, 2024. Raging forest fires in central Chile's Valparaiso region have claimed at least 122 lives, the Chilean government said Monday. Fires sparked Friday in different locations have burned more than 11,000 hectares in Valparaiso, and between 3,000 and 6,000 homes have suffered some degree of damage. (Xinhua)

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CHILE-VINA DEL MAR-FOREST FIRES-DEATH TOLL

(240206) -- VINA DEL MAR, Feb. 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Firefighters try to extinguish fire in Vina Del Mar, Chile, Feb. 3, 2024. Raging forest fires in central Chile's Valparaiso region have claimed at least 122 lives, the Chilean government said Monday. Fires sparked Friday in different locations have burned more than 11,000 hectares in Valparaiso, and between 3,000 and 6,000 homes have suffered some degree of damage. (Xinhua)

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Chile quake aftermath

CONCEPCION, Chile - A soldier checks the identification of a bicycle rider on March 3, 2010, in Concepcion, Chile, near a supermarket that was looted and set on fire. The Chilean government imposed a nighttime curfew in the town to contain looting which broke out after a massive earthquake struck the country.

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Photos from quake-hit Chile

CONCEPCION, Chile - Firefighters work on extinguishing a fire at a supermarket looted and set afire in Concepcion, Chile, on March 1, 2010, following a devastating earthquake that struck the country on Feb. 27.