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Chile expands state of catastrophe to Tierra Amarilla following severe weather
La TerceraLO·CL·about 7 hours ago
The Chilean government has designated a catastrophe zone spanning from the Atacama to Los Ríos regions to accelerate disaster response and infrastructure recovery. This administrative measure facilitates resource allocation without suspending constitutional rights, distinguishing it from a state of emergency.
Severe weather in Chile has resulted in significant disruptions, including over 61,000 people isolated and an estimated $400 million in economic damage. Confidence in this assessment is high due to confirmed reports from government officials and news sources. However, the full extent of the damage and potential long-term effects on the economy and infrastructure remain uncertain.