A DNA test has confirmed that Bernarda Vera, previously presumed dead, is in fact alive. This development emerged alongside a series of other significant news events in Chile. Presidential candidate José Antonio Kast has proposed mandatory drug testing for all public officials, aiming to ensure integrity in government. Simultaneously, the Public Prosecutor’s Office has placed blame on two former officials from the National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) for the delayed wildfire alert during the devastating megaincendio that resulted in 138 fatalities. The delayed alert is considered a key factor in the high death toll. Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding both the fire and the alleged negligence of the Conaf officials. These events have sparked public debate regarding accountability and safety measures in Chile.