Chilean President José Antonio Kast declared a state of emergency across northern regions of the country after severe torrential rainfall triggered widespread road blockages and left approximately 100,000 people isolated.
Speaking to reporters, President Kast confirmed the activation of constitutional emergency measures, highlighting deteriorating conditions in the Coquimbo region and Huasco province. The declaration allows the government to streamline resource allocation and coordinate emergency response efforts across the hardest-hit communities.
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Downpours sparked landslips and cut off major transport routes, presenting significant logistical hurdles for rescue teams trying to reach isolated towns and supply essential aid to affected residents.
