Dozens die in Chile prison fire
More than 80 prisoners died in a Chilean jail fire started during a riot today.
The blaze broke out at about 5.30am at the San Miguel prison south of Santiago, and it was brought under control three hours later.
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SUBSCRIBEMore than 80 prisoners died in a Chilean jail fire started during a riot today.
The blaze broke out at about 5.30am at the San Miguel prison south of Santiago, and it was brought under control three hours later.
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