Chile’s President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in Valparaíso and Marga Marga provinces due to rampant wildfires. This urgent declaration came as the fires claimed 10 to 16 lives and damaged over a thousand homes. The government appointed Daniel Muñoz, a seasoned naval officer, as National Defense Chief for the response, effective February […]
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