Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Chile Storms Kill 13, Displace Thousands
There was a really bad storm in Chile that started on July 15.
It rained a lot in places that usually don't get much rain, like Coquimbo and Atacama.
The storm killed 13 people and destroyed about 2,800 homes.
More than 60,000 people are stuck because the roads are washed out.
The government said it's working to help, but people there say they've never seen anything like this before.
The president even declared a state of emergency to get more help to the area.
Severe storms in Chile have killed at least 13 people and left 7 missing.
The storms began on July 15 in the southern part of the country, affecting typically arid regions.
Around 2,800 homes have been destroyed, and more than 60,000 people are cut off due to washed-out roads.
The government is focusing on restoring basic services and has declared a state of emergency.
Local residents describe the situation as unprecedented and devastating.
- Who
- Residents of Coquimbo and Atacama regions, Chilean government officials
- What
- Severe storms causing flooding and destruction
- When
- Began on July 15
- Where
- Southern Chile, particularly Coquimbo and Atacama regions
- Why
- Unusual extreme rainfall in typically arid regions
Government Response
Local Residents' Experiences
Emergency Declaration
Government Response
The government declared a state of emergency and is focusing on restoring basic services.
Local Residents' Experiences
Local residents describe the situation as unprecedented and devastating.
- Date of Storm
- July 15
- Affected Regions
- Coquimbo and Atacama
- Number of Dead
- 13
- Number of Missing
- 7
- Homes Destroyed
- 2,800
- People Cut Off
- 60,000