Torrential rains attributed to El Niño have led to catastrophic flooding in Santiago, Chile, sweeping away cars, inundating homes, and causing widespread damage. The government has declared a state of catastrophe, and a yellow alert is in effect as heavy rain continues to batter the capital. Helicopters are deployed to rescue families trapped by rising floodwaters, and mass evacuations are underway in affected neighborhoods. Classes have been suspended across all communes under red alert due to a powerful mudslide in Las Condes. The situation remains critical as emergency services respond to the devastation.