Santiago

Chile's PDI seized over 37,000 pirated books on March 26 from three shops in Santiago's Galería Comercial San Diego, valued at an estimated $1.4 billion pesos. The raid followed a complaint from publishers affiliated with the Corporación del Libro y la Lectura. Two people were arrested for infringing intellectual property law.

27. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

A Red Mobility system bus crashed into a bus stop with passengers this afternoon on Vicuña Mackenna avenue in central Santiago. The accident injured people and suspended traffic in the bus corridor at the height of Argomedo street. Firefighters and Providencia Municipal Security personnel responded.

After seven years of absence, Chile's Carabineros conducted the final inspection of the pyrotechnic show at Torre Entel in downtown Santiago, confirming it meets all safety requirements. The event features a drone show rehearsed in the early morning and musical performances to welcome 2026. The oversight ensures the safety of people and the urban environment.

31. december 2025 Rapporteret af AI

The Plaza Sur forest fire in San Carlos de Apoquindo, Las Condes—which began Monday, spread rapidly, and saw a hiker rescued by helicopter—has now consumed over 970 hectares. Still active under a communal yellow alert, Conaf-led efforts with aerial support and Army assistance aim for full containment, while smoke impacts Santiago's air quality, prompting health warnings.