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Meteotsunami in Santa Clara del Mar leaves one dead and 35 injured

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A meteotsunami struck the Buenos Aires coast on Monday, killing a 29-year-old man in Santa Clara del Mar and injuring at least 35 people. The event, marked by a wave up to five meters high after a sudden sea retreat, caused panic among tourists and residents. Authorities evacuated beaches and launched emergency operations.