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Venezuela Quake Aftermath: Rescue Efforts Intensify Amidst Missing Persons
26 Jun
Summary
- Over 235 people died and 4,300 were injured in recent earthquakes.
- The coastal region of La Guaira suffered the most damage and casualties.
- A $200 million fund was established for reconstruction of damaged areas.
Northern Venezuela is grappling with the aftermath of two significant earthquakes that struck on Wednesday. As of Thursday, the seismic events had resulted in a tragic loss of 235 lives, with an additional 4,300 individuals reported injured. The casualty count is anticipated to climb due to the large number of people still unaccounted for.
The coastal area of La Guaira, situated north of the capital Caracas, bore the brunt of the disaster, recording the highest numbers of fatalities and injuries. Damage to the main airport in La Guaira has led to its closure, complicating the crucial delivery of aid.
In response to the devastation, acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency and announced the creation of a $200 million reconstruction fund. This fund is designated for repairing damaged hospitals and homes. Rodríguez also made an appeal to businesses for the provision of heavy construction equipment to bolster ongoing rescue efforts.
