In Chile, wildfires have caused at least 19 deaths, and extreme heat has forced mass evacuations

In Chile, wildfires have caused at least 19 deaths, and extreme heat has forced mass evacuations. Authorities reported on Monday that wildfires in Chile have caused at least 19 deaths, while the government was carrying out mass evacuations and battling around 20 fires, exacerbated by intense heat and strong winds. Luis Cordero, the Minister of Security, indicated at a press conference on Monday that, although the nighttime weather helped contain some fires, the largest ones remained active, and adverse conditions were expected throughout the day. "The forecast we have today is for high temperatures," stated Cordero, who added that the main concern is the possibility of new fires breaking out across the country.