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Chilean Blizzard Claims Five Lives Amid Safety Concerns

11/24/2025

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A blizzard in Chilean Patagonia, with winds of 120 mph, killed five tourists, including British woman Victoria Bond.
Survivors said staff told them it was safe to proceed despite weather concerns.
Authorities say the victims died of hypothermia.
Criticism has focused on absence of park rangers during the storm, as they were away for mandatory voting.
The park will remain closed during the investigation.

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A blizzard in Chilean Patagonia, with winds of 120 mph, killed five tourists, including British woman Victoria Bond.
Survivors said staff told them it was safe to proceed despite weather concerns.
Authorities say the victims died of hypothermia.
Criticism has focused on absence of park rangers during the storm, as they were away for mandatory voting.
The park will remain closed during the investigation.