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Chile declares state of catastrophe in northern regions following fatal flooding
La República (Peru)LO·CL·about 11 hours ago
Severe flooding in the Atacama desert and La Serena has resulted in at least 10 confirmed deaths and left approximately 100,000 residents isolated. The scale of infrastructure damage and the duration of the isolation remain uncertain as emergency services attempt to reach affected areas.
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Severe weather systems are causing widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and fatalities across multiple countries. Chile is experiencing significant economic and humanitarian impacts, with the government evaluating expanded emergency measures. The US Eastern Seaboard faces tornado and flash flood warnings, while Ecuador and Nicaragua are also reporting severe flooding and related emergencies.