Severe storms and flooding in Chile result in 10 fatalities and widespread infrastructure damage

A severe frontal system has caused at least 10 confirmed fatalities, four disappearances, and significant infrastructure damage across Chile, including 81 destroyed homes and widespread power outages affecting 150,000 residents. Emergency alerts are active in the Atacama region due to ravine activation, and the system is transitioning into an intense cold snap with temperatures forecast to reach -10°C. The full scope of infrastructure damage and agricultural impact remains under assessment.