A state of emergency has been declared in the Valparaiso region of Chile as a result of severe wildfires overtaking the area, now recognized as the worst natural disaster to strike the area since the 2010 earthquake. With conditions exacerbated by wind and regional heat, the fires have already razed an estimated 39,903 acres of land, resulting in the loss of 112 lives and 14,000 homes. Evacuation orders have been issued amid the spread and mandatory curfews have been imposed in Limache, Quilpue, Villa Alemana, and Vina del Mar to allow for movement of emergency response teams. Health alerts have been raised from the resulting smoke, noxious gases, and ashfall for individuals in the surrounding areas, especially for those with preexisting respiratory conditions.