The region of Valparaíso, in Chile, is experiencing a tragedy after the forest fires that are breaking out in the region and which, so far, have caused the death of 122 people. Soccer player Pedro SanchezÑublense ahead, he decided to travel Viña del Mar to be close to his family, more precisely to the area of Mirafloresand ended up in hospital.
“The truth is that I was in Santiago for the pre-season with Ñublense and when it all started I only saw on television that Miraflores was burning. No one in my family responded to my messages, they had no signal. “I was very distressed by not being able to communicate with my people.” said Sánchez, who did not hesitate to travel to the region to ensure that his people escaped the fire.
Once there, Sánchez dedicated himself to helping the community by rescuing abandoned animals and ended up suffering a wound to his cheekbone, for which he had to be transferred to a medical center.
The 25-year-old forward had to undergo surgery and is now recovering from his injuries.
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The Chilean Medical Examiner Service announces that at least 99 people have died following the devastating fires.
Sánchez, who arrived in Ñublense a month ago from Unión La Calera, will have to return to the lineup of the team technically led by Mario José Salas once his recovery is complete.
Ñublense will make his debut in the Chilean First Division on Friday 16 February against Coquimbo Unidos and it is expected that the attacker may already be available to play.
Source: Clarin
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