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2021.12.12 03:13 GMT+8

Over 100 homes burned by forest fire in Castro, Chile

Updated 2021.12.12 03:13 GMT+8
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Over 100 homes were burned in the town of Castro on the island of Chiloe off southern Chile, local officials said Friday, when an out of control forest fire spread to residential areas.

Emergency workers searched the smoldering rubble. More than 300 personnel battled the blaze, with at least 15 volunteers reported injured, all are in stable condition.

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