South America is currently facing a severe heatwave, impacting countries from Argentina to Colombia.
This has triggered widespread wildfires, putting authorities on high alert. El Niño, exacerbated by climate change, is largely responsible for this extreme weather.
Governments across the region are responding actively.
Colombia, declaring a natural disaster, seeks assistance from several countries, including the United States and Canada.
Chile's National Service for Disaster Prevention and Response. . .