Tanker explosion on highway kills four, injures 17

A tragic gas explosion occurred in Santiago, Chile, after a truck carrying liquid gas overturned, resulting in four fatalities and over 17 injuries. The explosion, which damaged at least 50 vehicles and was felt within a 200-meter radius, led to thick smoke enveloping the Route 5 motorway. The truck driver, affiliated with Gasco, is believed to have died in the incident, prompting an investigation by authorities. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as they attempted to rescue victims amid the aftermath.

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