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Drone footage shows Chile forest fire devastation

Drone footage shows part of Chile's Valparaiso region that was devastated by a forest fire, killing more than 100 people.

Many of those killed were visiting the coastal region for the summer holidays.

President Gabriel Boric has declared a state of emergency.

5 February 2024

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