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Cars swept downhill as flash floods hit northern Chile

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Cars were swept downhill as floodwaters and mudslides tore through northern Chile. Residents described the terrifying moment as emergency crews evacuated people and cleared streets. Chile declared a state of catastrophe in Tocopilla province as heavy rain continued.

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