Dozens of fires rage in southern Chile

Southern Chile hit by ravaging fires

Forest fires in south-central Chile have caused widespread destruction over the past few days in multiple regions, such as La Araucanía, Biobío, Ñuble, and Los Ríos, with more than 15,000 hectares ravaged.

Dozens Of Fires Rage In Southern Chile

The regions of Nuble, Biobio, Araucania and Los Rios were affected by the fires, which started Sunday afternoon and spread rapidly due to strong winds.

Dozens of fires rage in southern Chile

Dozens of fires fueled by strong winds raged across southern Chile Monday, destroying thousands of hectares of forest and farmland and damaging several homes, according to authorities.

The bulk of the voracious forest fires that have affected the southern central area of Chile since last Sunday have been controlled, but last Monday the Brigadiers still fight the flames of 18 foci, according to the National Forestry Corporation (CONAF). Carabineros has arrested four people in different communes for lighting fire without having the proper authorization, although the investigations to find the origin of the emergency are still in…

Authorities have not reported any deaths or injuries at this stage.

Dozens of fires, fuelled by strong gusts of wind, are raging on Monday in southern Chile, where more than 4000 hectares have already been...