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Chile is sweltering through a historic heatwave, with six regions under extreme temperature alerts and Santiago hitting its third-highest January temperature in over a century. Thermometers in the capital soared to 37.3°C (99.1°F) this week – a level not seen since 1912!
‘Like Walking in an Oven’
Residents report unprecedented conditions. \"It’s brutally hot – way worse than before,\" says Santiago local Carlos Fredes, echoing frustrations across the country. Meteorological experts warn the heat could linger for 5+ days, challenging Chile’s usual climate patterns.
Cool Solutions for Scorching Streets
Cities are fighting back with pop-up sunshades at bus stops and public hydration stations. \"These shades are lifesavers,\" says transit worker Edith Calderon. \"The water fountains let us cool off instantly.\"
Health Experts Sound Alarm
Dr. Christian Garcia from Chile’s Health Ministry urges: \"Avoid direct sun from 11 AM–5 PM, hydrate constantly, and seek shade.\" With climate scientists linking such events to global trends, this heatwave serves as a fiery wake-up call.
