The intense rainfall that affected the Metropolitan Region caused a striking mudslide in Las Condes, specifically in San Carlos de Apoquindo. In addition to residential areas, one of the sources of concern was the area surrounding the Claro Arena.
The rain activated a ravine, producing a flood that left footage that quickly went viral: vehicles being swept away by the water, among which a RED system bus could be seen, which even had passengers on its roof.
The torrent advanced specifically along General Blanche street toward the west: "Traffic alert. The road is completely flooded by a mudslide from the foothill area in San Carlos de Apoquindo/Gral. Blanche. DO NOT travel to this area. Several vehicles were swept away by the current," detailed TransporteInforma Región Metropolitana De Santiago on X.
🔴Rain causes mudslide in Las Condes: footage captures vehicles being swept away by the water
The weather phenomenon occurred at General Blanche with San Carlos de Apoquindo.
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However, despite concern for the Universidad Católica stadium, the Crusaders ruled out that the venue had been affected, with Camino El Alba being the closest street to suffer complications.
"The complex and the stadium are not affected," reported the club...
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DeportivoUniversidad Católica provided details on the condition of its stadium following the striking mudslide that affected the San Carlos de Apoquindo area. UC gave details on the state of Claro Arena after the mudslide in San Carlos de Apoquindo. CommentsThe intense rainfall that affected the Metropolitan Region caused a striking mudslide in Las Condes, specifically in San Carlos de Apoquindo. In addition to residential areas, one of the focal points that raised concern was the surroundings of Claro Arena. The rain activated a ravine, producing an avalanche that left footage that quickly went viral: vehicles being swept away by the water, among which a RED system bus could be seen, which even had passengers on its roof. The torrent advanced specifically along General Blanche street heading west: "Traffic alert. The road completely flooded by a mudslide from the foothills area in San Carlos de Apoquindo/Gral. Blanche. DO NOT travel to this area. Several vehicles were swept away by the current," detailed TransporteInforma Región Metropolitana De Santiago on X.🔴Rainfall causes mudslide in Las Condes: footage captures vehicles being swept away by the waterThe weather phenomenon occurred at the intersection of General Blanche and San Carlos de Apoquindo. Developing story pic.twitter.com/lbbHb6GVLQ— La Tercera (@latercera) October 8, 2026
However, despite concern over the Universidad Católica stadium, the Crusaders ruled out that the venue was affected, with Camino El Alba sur being the closest street that suffered complications."The complex and the stadium are not affected," reported the student club. The club also confirmed that the first team's training session continued. The practice took place without incident, although UC reported that they "are evaluating minute by minute whether to finish it completely" or whether it should be ended early. For now, no details have been given about a possible suspension of the match that will pit Universidad Católica against Audax Italiano, in the return of the Primera Liga. UC will host the Floridanos at Claro Arena, this Saturday, October 10. More about:FootballNational FootballUniversidad CatólicaUCSan Carlos de ApoquindoClaro ArenaMudslideLas CondesNEWSLETTEREl DeportivoMonday, 8:45 AMA special selection with coverage and analysis of the most important sporting events of the weekend, by the La Tercera Sports team. By subscribing you are accepting the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policies of La Tercera.