Intense rainfall and subsequent flooding in Chile have resulted in at least ten confirmed deaths and left over 100,000 people isolated. Authorities report an additional sixteen injuries and thousands are without electricity and access to clean water. The unusually severe weather has impacted the typically arid regions of Atacama and Coquimbo. President José Antonio Kast has declared a state of emergency in response to the crisis. Rescue efforts are underway to reach those stranded, and assess the full extent of the damage. The flooding represents an exceptional event for these normally dry areas, prompting concerns about infrastructure and preparedness.