Tarapacá

Extreme weather and atmospheric river in Chile and ARG

11 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Atmospheric river triggers weather alerts across Chile, Argentina, and Mexico

The atmospheric river system moving across central and southern Chile has intensified, with rainfall accumulations now forecasted to potentially reach between 100 and 310 millimeters in specific coastal and mountainous s

Empresa Portuaria Iquique logistics expansion evaluation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Empresa Portuaria Iquique evaluates Punta Ballena for logistics expansion

Empresa Portuaria Iquique (EPI) is assessing the Punta Ballena sector, located along Route A-514, as a potential site for expanding port and logistics infrastructure in the Tarapacá region. Following field inspections

Mexico and Chile waste removal drives

6 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Iquique hosts community cleanup at Playa Brava

By late July 2026, the cross-border clean-up effort continued to broaden. Earlier in the month, municipal crews in Los Cabos cleared more than 60 tonnes of debris from the López Obrador neighbourhood and Ecatepec’s night

Chile weather emergencies: relief and infrastructure

33 clusters · 531 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Weather and flooding impact Patagonia and central Chile

By late August, water security and infrastructure recovery remained central to the response in Chile. In the Coquimbo Region, the Ministry of Public Works and the Directorate of Hydraulic Works worked to restore the hydr

Chilean holiday safety inspections and guidance

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Electrical safety tips for Chilean holiday celebrations

In preparation for the 2026 Fiestas Patrias celebrations, Chilean authorities have increased safety inspections for electric and gas grills. The Superintendency of Electricity and Fuels (SEC) and the Regional Ministry of

Youth sports competitions in Chile and Argentina

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Youth sports competitions held in Chile and Argentina

Youth sports initiatives and competitions are expanding across South America. In Chile, regional programs have included the “Jugando por Nuestros Derechos” football championship in the Maule region, which featured Sub-14

Senior cueca dance competitions in Chile

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Calama hosts Senior Cueca Communal Championship

Senior cueca dance competitions are being held across the Tarapacá and Antofagasta regions of Chile. In Calama, Eliana Moreno and Guillermo Maulén secured first place in a communal championship organized by the Municipa

Utility service and infrastructure challenges in Latin Am

4 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: El Guri hydroelectric plant inspected to stabilize Venezuela's power grid

Utility service issues continue across South American and Caribbean regions, involving infrastructure development, consumption spikes, and billing disputes. In the Dominican Republic, distributors Edeeste, Edenorte, and

Tourism trends at Castillo de Santa Bárbara

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Regional infrastructure and holiday traffic updates in Chile, Mexico, and Spain

The Castillo de Santa Bárbara, a medieval fortress located atop Monte Benacantil in Alicante, is a significant historical landmark. While the site offers various access methods, including an elevator near Playa del Posti

Chilean mining sector workforce and development initiatives

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Mining sector in northern Chile focuses on community training and regional growth

The Chilean mining sector is implementing various educational and training initiatives to address local development and workforce needs. Codelco launched a pilot Indigenous Training Academy to support communities near i

South American housing and socioeconomic challenges

7 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Social housing projects completed in Paraguay and Chile

Socioeconomic challenges regarding housing and shelter continue across several South American regions. In Chile, the Tarapacá region has seen a significant rise in homelessness, with census data showing an increase from

Latin American disaster response and risk management

3 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: International cooperation focuses on disaster risk and development in Latin America

Latin American nations are coordinating various emergency responses and long-term risk management strategies to address natural disasters and environmental threats. Initial efforts focused on immediate recovery and infr

Infrastructure reconstruction in Costa Rica and Chile

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Infrastructure reconstruction efforts underway in Costa Rica and Chile

Authorities in Costa Rica and Chile are undertaking infrastructure reconstruction projects to address damage caused by extreme weather and climate emergencies. In Costa Rica, the Emergency Program for Integral and Resil

Chilean police security and crime trends

6 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Carabineros de Chile invests 22 million USD in new vehicle fleet

Chilean law enforcement continues to address diverse criminal activities through regional operations and legislative updates. The implementation of Law No. 21.659 progresses, establishing the Subsecretaría de Prevención

Empresa Portuaria Iquique regional logistics development

5 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Empresa Portuaria Iquique coordinates regional logistics strategy

The Board of Directors of Empresa Portuaria Iquique (EPI), led by President Max Barrera, Vice President Ximena Cancino, and Director Sergio Telchi, has initiated strategic meetings with regional authorities and the curre

Coquimbo Region storm recovery and landscape revitalization

8 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Regional governments in Latin America advance infrastructure and health projects

A historic frontal system brought record rainfall, flash floods, and landslides to Chile’s Coquimbo Region, particularly affecting the Valle del Elqui. Some areas recorded between 130 and 350 millimeters of rainfall, cau

Chile and Colombia weather and earthquake recovery efforts

14 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Chilean producers in Los Ríos receive animal feed aid

Chilean authorities continue to expand relief efforts following severe weather and climate-related events. In the Coquimbo region, the assessment of damages to crops, livestock, and infrastructure via the Silvo-Agricultu

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Santo Tomás inaugurates first campus extension in Iquique

Regional cultural and community events

2 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Argentina and Chile host diverse regional festivals and industry events

Various cultural and community events are being held or scheduled across different regions. In San Roque, the XI Noche Blanca featured concerts and family activities, while local museums extended their hours to showcase

Chile labour market strain deepens with rising unemployment

20 clusters · 115 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Chile unemployment rate reaches 9.5% in May-July 2026 quarter

Chile’s labour market continues to face significant strain. For the May–July 2026 quarter, the national unemployment rate rose to 9.5%, a 0.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. This rise, which marks the h

FOSIS entrepreneurship programs in Chile

4 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Regional governments launch diverse entrepreneurship and social support programs

The FOSIS agency continues implementing entrepreneurship and training programs across various Chilean regions to support vulnerable populations and foster economic independence. In the Maule region, specifically in Long

Tocopilla climate emergency and mining sector developments

2 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru form critical minerals alliance

Following the alluvial flood and climate emergency in Tocopilla, Antofagasta, authorities implemented mitigation measures including mandatory face masks to combat airborne dust and technical inspections of ravines by the

Seismic and climate risk preparedness in Colombia and AR

3 clusters · 20 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Latin America seismic activity explained by geologist

Authorities in Colombia and Argentina continue to focus on seismic risk preparedness through institutional and individual measures. In Colombia, the Procuraduría General de la Nación has directed local governors and mayo