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Truck explosion in Chile's capital kills four, injures 17
The explosion affected about 50 vehicles and nearby facilities, with two injured people in critical condition, authorities said.
- A truck transporting liquid gas overturned and exploded in Santiago, Chile, killing four people, including the driver, and injuring 17 others.
- Five injured individuals were reported in serious condition; one had burns covering 100% of their body, according to Claudio Orrego, governor of the Santiago Metropolitan Region.
- The explosion damaged at least 50 vehicles and its effects were felt within a radius of 150 to 200 meters near the Renca commune in northern Santiago.
- President Gabriel Boric expressed condolences and stated that government teams are working to protect the population from smoke caused by the incident.
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