Tornado Devastates Chilean City; Severe Weather Threatens Southern Brazil

A tornado with winds of up to 180 km/h devastated the Chilean city of Puerto Varas on May 26, 2025, causing significant damage and injuring at least five people. The event was captured in dramatic amateur video footage showing the intensity of the storm and the extent of the damage. "Roofs were torn off, cars overturned, and buildings damaged," reported one eyewitness. The meteorological service confirmed that the tornado was caused by a cold front moving eastward across the Pacific Ocean. This same front is expected to reach southern Brazil on May 27th, bringing the risk of severe thunderstorms and hail. While the damage in Puerto Varas was substantial, the fact that no fatalities were reported offers a glimmer of hope amidst the destruction. Authorities in southern Brazil are preparing for the approaching cold front and urging residents to take necessary precautions.