Tornado wreaks havoc in Puerto Varas, red alert issued
A tornado struck the city of Puerto Varas in Chile, resulting in damage to 109 homes and injuries to 8 people. Authorities have declared a red alert, indicating the threat of further tornadoes in the region.
What do you need to know?
- The tornado hit Puerto Varas, in the southern part of Chile, on Sunday, causing significant damage.
- Eight people were injured, and 109 homes were damaged. Two families had to be evacuated.
- Authorities have issued alerts, and 100 officers from Carabineros and 10 from the Investigative Police are working on site.
The tornado, which struck the city of Puerto Varas in the southern part of Chile on Sunday, reached a speed of roughly 179 km/h. According to CNN, eight people were injured, and 109 homes were damaged. The Chilean disaster prevention and response agency, Senapred, reported that as a result of the storm, two families had to be evacuated from their homes.
A video showing the tornado has appeared online.
Possible arrival of another tornado
Authorities have declared a red alert for Puerto Varas, indicating the possibility of more tornadoes in the region. As a result, all schools in the city are closed on Monday. Alicia Cebrián López, director of Senapred, appealed to residents to follow official communications and avoid staying near windows and power lines during strong winds.
100 officers from Carabineros and 10 from the Investigative Police are working on site to assess damage and assist those affected. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of residents.
