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The Prosecutor’s Office is taking statements from victims and witnesses of the avalanche that killed three hikers heading to Los Tres Hermanos mountain.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
Authorities revise death toll to three after avalanche at Laguna del Inca, Portillo
Valparaíso's presidential delegate attributed the initial figure of four deaths to an error by SAMU; one of the bodies remains in the lake.
Ski Portillo says avalanche at Laguna del Inca occurred outside its slopes
The ski resort says the avalanche area had signs prohibiting entry and that the resort had been closed since October 11.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Police rescued people injured in the Portillo avalanche with helicopter support
The Prosecutor’s Office is taking statements from victims and witnesses of the avalanche that killed three hikers heading to Los Tres Hermanos mountain.
Search for third victim in Laguna del Inca to resume on Thursday the 22nd
Snowfall and new avalanches forced the operation in Portillo to be suspended; the Navy, police and Army will set up a camp on Wednesday.
Monday, October 19, 2026
Magdalena Acuña Jiménez, daughter of Luz Jiménez, identified among Portillo victims
The 56-year-old woman, a member of Andino Club Pamir, died days after her mother dedicated an award to her four daughters.