Deaths in Chile fires rise to 99, President Boric declares state of emergency
epa11127608 People from the 'Pompeya' irregular camp collect debris in a fire-damaged area, in the Viña del Mar area, Valparaiso Region, Chile, 04 February 2024. According to local authorities, at least 99 people were killed in the wild fires affecting Chile. Chile's President Gabriel Boric declared a state of emergency in areas affected by the fires, and stated that the death toll is expected to rise. EPA/AILEN DÍAZ
