British tourist among five killed in deadly Chile snowstorm | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJessica CoatesWednesday 19 November 2025 10:31 GMTTorres del Paine national park in Patagonia, Chile (Steph Dyson)Five people, including a British woman, two German citizens, and two Mexican citizens, were found dead in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park.Their bodies were discovered on Tuesday following a severe snowstorm that struck the popular Patagonian tourist destination.The area experienced whiteout conditions and fierce winds surpassing 193 kmh (120 mph), equivalent to a Category 3 hurricane.Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font offered his deepest condolences to the victims' families and praised the tireless search and rescue teams.The search for victims has concluded, with authorities now focusing on repatriating the bodies and liaising with foreign consulates; four other people were reportedly found alive.In fullBritish woman among five tourists killed during fierce snowstorm in Chilean national parkThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in