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Santiago Flooding Crisis
Chile's Santiago streets turn to rivers as president declares state of catastrophe.
In brief
Chile's Santiago streets turn to rivers as president declares state of catastrophe. President José Antonio Kast declared a state of catastrophe in Santiago after torrential rain flooded streets, homes, and clinics. Originally reported by euronews.
Santiago Streets Flooded
Torrential rain caused severe flooding in Santiago, leaving homes, clinics, and university buildings under water.
Emergency Response
Emergency crews rescued people trapped in vehicles and buildings, while soldiers helped evacuate vulnerable residents.
State of Catastrophe
President José Antonio Kast declared a state of catastrophe in Las Condes, enabling additional rescue teams and military equipment deployment.
The bottom line
President José Antonio Kast declared a state of catastrophe in Santiago after torrential rain flooded streets, homes, and clinics.
