Chile forest fires: At least 51 dead, say officials | BBC News
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At least 51 people were killed by forest fires in Chile'sValparaíso region, local authorities have said.
President Gabriel Boric declared a state of emergencyand said he would make "all necessary resources"available to tackle the situation.
It is believed to be Chile's deadliest forest fire onrecord. Many of those affected were visiting thecoastal region during the summer holidays.
A health alert was put in place in Valparaíso by the health ministry.
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