Floods in Chile
Floods in Chile occur due to heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, and geographical and climatic factors.[1] Major rivers, including the Maipo, Mapocho, Cachapoal, Ñuble, and Maule, frequently overflow, causing damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and settlements.[2][3] Flooding is most common during the winter months (June to August), with urban areas such as Santiago[4] experiencing increased risk due to drainage limitations. Notable flooding events include the 2015 floods in the Atacama and Coquimbo regions, which affected over 30,000 people[5] and caused estimated damages exceeding US$500 million.[6] More recent floods in 2023,[7] destroyed over 21,000 homes, at least four fatalities, and estimated agricultural losses exceeding US$1 billion.[8][9]
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