At least 11 people are now reported to have died in Chile, following wildfires which have been described as the worst in the country’s history<br /><br /> Many of those killed are firefighters battling more than 100 separate fires. About half of those blazes are still out of control, according to the government.<br /><br /> Fanned by strong winds, searing temperatures and a prolonged drought, the fast spreading fires in Chile’s central and southern regions have forced thousands from their homes. <br /><br /> One town, Santa Olga, has been completely destroyed. <br /><br /> More than 4000 firefighters have been working to douse the flames. International aid has also been pouring into Chile. <br /><br /> The burn area, now estimated to be around twice the size of Luxembourg, is said to have doubled in size over the last two or three days alone.<br />
