Gustnado damages bus terminal in Santiago, Chile; storm analysis confirms rare phenomenon

A gustnado, a type of whirlwind not classified as a tornado, struck the Terminal de Buses Alameda in Estación Central, Santiago, on October 13, lifting part of the structure. The Dirección Meteorológica de Chile confirmed the phenomenon after initial speculation. This is a localized weather event, notable for its rarity and infrastructure impact, but with no broader geopolitical or market implications.