2024 Chile wildfires
In February 2024, a series of wildfires broke out in Chile, affecting multiple regions including Valparaíso, O'Higgins, Maule, Biobío, and Los Lagos. The most severe incidents occurred in the Valparaíso Region as of 5 February 2024. The Chilean government labeled the fires as the country's worst disaster since the 2010 Chile earthquake, and declared a two-day national mourning period.
| 2024 Chile wildfires | |
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| Date(s) | 1–5 February 2024 |
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| Statistics | |
| Total fires | 165 |
| Total area | 6,800 hectares |
| Impacts | |
| Deaths | 131+ |
| Non-fatal injuries | 1,100+ |
| Missing people | 370+ |
| Structures destroyed | 14,000+ |
| Damage | $4.39 billion (estimated) |
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