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Swells, swimming beaches and the drive back to Santiago
What to check before heading to the beach in Maitencillo, Cachagua, Zapallar and Papudo. The wave forecast updates automatically; official warnings are linked below.
Publishes swell warnings for the Valparaíso coast.
Each season it decides by resolution which beaches are approved for swimming.
After a strong earthquake, walk up to 30 m above sea level without waiting for an alarm. Check your safe zone before you go.
On long weekends the highway operator publishes contingency plans and discounted toll hours.
131 Ambulance · 132 Fire department · 133 Police (Carabineros) · 137 Navy sea rescue.
The wave forecast is a model estimate (Open-Meteo) and does not replace official warnings or the lifeguard's flag.
