Overview
- Authorities say the fire is under control and crews are cooling the tanker to prevent further detonations.
- At least 16–17 people were injured, with five in serious condition and one suffering burns over 100% of their body, according to the Santiago governor.
- Chile’s national police reported the driver lost control before striking barriers; the driver is among the four fatalities.
- Firefighters estimated the blast spread across a 150–200 meter radius and damaged about 50 vehicles, also affecting nearby businesses and infrastructure.
- The crash occurred at the junction of the General Velásquez expressway and Route 5 North in Renca, and news reports identified the truck as affiliated with Gasco.