Chile’s president announces disaster relief due to heavy rains and river flooding

On August 21, Chile’s leader, Gabriel Boric, announced a disaster state in four regions due to significant rainfall and surging river levels, which began affecting central and southern areas since August 18.

Boric indicated that this declaration will streamline various bureaucratic procedures, enabling quicker and smoother mobilization of resources.

The main focus will be on assisting those impacted and isolated due to the severe weather conditions.

Additionally, a financial aid package was introduced for farmers who faced damage to their crops, with the compensation ranging from US$580 to $5,800 based on the extent of the impact.

This assistance will start being distributed on September 4.

Since the onset of the adverse weather conditions, there have been reports of eight fatalities, over 800 affected individuals, and approximately 20,000 evacuations nationwide.

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