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Friends like you are helping families rebuild from the ashes while surviving the chile wildfires.
CHILE – A fierce blaze. A terrifying wind. A neighborhood nearly gone. For Ricardo and his neighbors, the recent wildfires in central Chile weren’t just headlines—they were life-shattering.
The Reality of Surviving the Chile Wildfires
As flames tore across the region, more than 50,000 people were forced to flee. But Ricardo stayed. “No one wants to leave their home abandoned,” he said. That decision nearly cost him everything.
A Raging Fire, a Life Changed Forever
“A small flame started, little by little,” Ricardo explained. “Then a strong wind picked up, and the houses started to burn.”
In just moments, entire blocks were engulfed in flames. Ricardo tried to save his home—spraying water from two hoses—but the fire was too fast, too fierce. Even for those accustomed to hardship, surviving the chile wildfires proved to be an unimaginable challenge. “When we found ourselves in real trouble, we left. There was no other choice.”
He escaped with only a tracksuit and jacket.
“Everything burned,” he said. “The beds, the kitchen, the refrigerator—everything. Now we have to start from zero.”
A Community in Crisis
Ricardo’s story is just one of thousands. In the aftermath, residents face overwhelming devastation. “People here need everything,” he said. “We’re all in the same situation.”
The fires destroyed homes, vehicles, and entire livelihoods. Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe across multiple regions. But in the midst of heartbreak, hope is rising for those surviving the chile wildfires—thanks to friends like you.
Because of your support, Operation Blessing is already on the ground in Chile, providing hot meals, safe water, hygiene supplies, and other vital relief. Together, we’re showing families like Ricardo’s that they are not alone.
“We have to make big sacrifices now,” Ricardo shared. “But we’ll get through this.”
And because of you, they will.
Be Part of the Recovery
When disasters strike, your compassion helps us respond right away. You’re not just providing relief—you’re reminding survivors that someone still cares.
Will you help families rebuild after devastating wildfires?