Chile’s Llaima Volcano Eruption Traps 53 People in Wilderness Park

At least 53 people have been trapped inside the Conguillio National Park in Chile after a volcanic eruption cut off roadways and flooded rivers with meltwater making it impossible to evacuate.

The Llaima volcano eruption filled the sky with smoke but was not believed to have caused any injuries. Located about 400 miles south of Santiago, the Conguillio National Park is a popular attraction for tourists.

Many of those stranded inside the park are believed to be tourists. Chilean military helicopters are being sent to airlift those people out of the park.

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