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Venezuela Earthquake: Aid Urgently Needed for Health Crisis
2 Jul
Summary
- Over 2,295 confirmed deaths and 11,267 injured in Venezuela's earthquakes.
- Pan American Health Organization seeks $24 million in aid for health services.
- Seven days of national mourning declared amidst criticism of government response.
The aftermath of devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has led to a worsening public health emergency. As of Wednesday, the confirmed death toll had tragically risen to at least 2,295, with an additional 11,267 people sustaining injuries. Search and rescue operations are continuing, though hopes of finding survivors are diminishing as the disaster enters its second week.
In response to the escalating crisis, the Pan American Health Organization has issued an urgent appeal for $24 million in international aid. This funding is designated to procure essential medicines and vaccines and to stabilize healthcare services in the most severely affected areas over the coming six months. Authorities recorded 782 aftershocks following the initial twin earthquakes on June 24.
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared seven days of national mourning on Wednesday, offering condolences to the families of those lost. However, the government's handling of the disaster has drawn criticism, with many citizens perceiving the response as slow and insufficient.
