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One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Santiago, Chile on October 8, 2026. Newest first.
Santiago lies in a valley between the Andes and coastal hills, where intense rain can trigger flash floods and mudslides. Chile has experienced both prolonged drought and severe storms in recent years.
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Severe rainfall in Santiago and elsewhere in Chile caused flooding, overflowing rivers, mudslides and power cuts. One person died, six were injured and more than 2,000 homes were damaged.
Why it matters: Damage to thousands of homes in South America's major capital strains emergency services and housing.
Sources: NBC News · See it on the globe
Severe rainfall in Chile, especially Santiago, caused flooding, overflowing rivers, mudslides and power cuts. One person died, six were injured and more than 2,000 homes were damaged.
Why it matters: Flooding in the capital disrupted power and housing for thousands of residents.
Sources: NBC News · See it on the globe