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disaster-relief
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winnipegfreepress.comworld2 days ago
Earthquakes Displace Venezuelan Children Into Shelters With Play and Counseling Support
Twin earthquakes last month killed more than 3,600 people and left thousands of children without homes or parents in Venezuela. Aid groups have opened Child Friendly Spaces offering play, group activities and counseling in affected areas including Caracas and La Guaira.
nypost.comworld4 days ago
IMF and Venezuelan officials discuss SDR use for earthquake relief
IMF officials and Venezuelan officials met to discuss using special drawing rights for earthquake recovery. The talks addressed potential allocation of reserve assets to meet immediate needs.
en.antaranews.comworld10 days ago
U.S. Military Delivers Vehicles and Aid to Venezuela After Earthquakes
U.S. military units transported ten Marine Corps vehicles and other supplies to Venezuela on Friday. The deliveries support relief operations after twin earthquakes last week killed nearly 2,000 people.
ABC Newspolitics10 days ago
President Trump Approves Over $846 Million in Disaster Aid for Nine States
President Trump announced more than $846 million in federal disaster relief for nine states on Tuesday. The approvals covered requests from states that supported him in the 2024 election.
benzinga.comworld11 days agoUpdated
Fuel Shortages Idled Rescue Machinery in La Guaira Until Diesel Deliveries Resumed
Shortages of diesel have idled heavy machinery at some earthquake rescue locations in La Guaira, Venezuela. The government reported delivering 1.5 million liters of fuel while the state oil company increased production.
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livemint.comworld12 days ago
U.S. military deploys 2,000 service members for Venezuela earthquake relief
Nearly 2,000 U.S. service members are assisting search-and-rescue and supply operations in Venezuela after two earthquakes struck last week. Venezuelan officials reported more than 2,000 deaths and 10,000 injuries.
livemint.comworld12 days ago
Two Strong Earthquakes Kill Over 1,700 in Venezuela, Overwhelm Hospitals and Infrastructure
Two magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, killing more than 1,700 people and injuring over 5,000. Rescue teams pulled survivors from rubble six days later while hospitals reached 900 percent capacity.
sbs.com.auworld12 days ago
Mother Searches for Missing Relatives After Son Dies in Twin Earthquakes
Dora Hernandez lost her 12-year-old son Herid in last week's twin earthquakes. She recovered his body after more than a day under rubble and has returned to search for other family members still missing.
livemint.comworld12 days ago
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises
Venezuelan physicians report untreated wounds and infectious diseases as the primary threats to survivors one week after twin earthquakes struck the country. Rescue teams from more than two dozen countries continue operations despite the passage of the typical 72-hour survival wi…
The Independentworld13 days ago
Aid Groups Launch Appeal After Venezuela Earthquake Kills 1,700
Humanitarian organizations have issued an urgent appeal for shelter, food, water and medical supplies after two earthquakes struck Venezuela. The death toll stands at 1,700 with 46,000 people still missing.
english.elpais.comsports13 days ago
Venezuelan Bricklayer Uses World Cup to Aid Earthquake-Affected Children
@AFP reported that Juan Cordero, a Venezuelan bricklayer who coaches children ages eight to twelve, is channeling World Cup excitement to support young earthquake survivors. The effort focuses on bringing recreational activities to those whose lives were disrupted by the twin qua…
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winnipegfreepress.comworld14 days ago
Hundreds of Volunteers Gather in Doral to Aid Venezuela Earthquake Victims
@CBSNews reported that hundreds of volunteers collected and organized supplies in Doral, Florida, for victims of the Venezuela earthquakes. Volunteer Gaby Salas expressed hope after seeing international participation.
france24.comworld14 days ago
Port Reopens in Venezuela as Earthquake Deaths Exceed 1,700
US forces repaired the port in La Guaira and doubled aid to $300 million on June 29. Le Monde reported more than 1,700 deaths and tens of thousands missing five days after the quakes.
world14 days ago
Aftershock Rattles Northern Venezuela Five Days After Twin Quakes
A magnitude 4.6 aftershock struck Caracas and La Guaira early Monday. The tremor interrupted rescue work and prompted residents to leave buildings. The twin earthquakes last week killed at least 1,450 people.
sana.syworld14 days ago
International aid increases for Venezuelan earthquake survivors
Search and rescue operations continue after back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela last week. International assistance has expanded as relief organizations coordinate supplies and personnel.
Fox Newsworld14 days ago
U.S. Military Sends Personnel and Equipment to Venezuela for Earthquake Relief
U.S. Southern Command said military assets are arriving in Venezuela to support relief operations requested by the Venezuelan government. The effort is coordinated with the State Department and described as self-sustaining.
vanguardngr.comworld14 days agoUpdated
Earthquakes Kill 1,430 in Venezuela; Rescue Teams Pull Survivors from Rubble
Two earthquakes struck La Guaira state on June 24. Rescue teams from multiple countries searched rubble as the death toll reached 1,430 by June 27.
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jns.orgworld15 days ago
Venezuelan Jewish Communities Seek $2 Million for Earthquake Relief
The Committee of the Jewish Communities of Venezuela has launched a campaign to raise $2 million. The funds target aid for Jewish families affected by twin earthquakes that struck the country last week.
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india.comworld16 days ago
U.S. military aircraft support relief after Venezuela earthquakes
U.S. Southern Command aircraft, including Marine MV-22B Ospreys, have been deployed to Venezuela to assist relief operations following earthquakes on June 24. The aircraft provide airlift support for life-saving efforts on the ground.
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France 24world15 days agoUpdated
Earthquakes Kill at Least 920 in Venezuela; More Than 51,000 Reported Missing
Two magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing 1,430 people and injuring 3,238. More than 68,000 remain missing as international rescue teams arrive.
Nbc Newsworld17 days agoUpdated
Earthquakes Kill Around 235 in Venezuela, Injure 4,300; U.S. and Others Send Aid
Two powerful quakes struck northern Venezuela on June 24, 2026, prompting a state of emergency and international aid. The U.S. waived sanctions to facilitate relief until October.
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middleeasteye.networld18 days ago
Turkey and Venezuela Discuss Earthquake Aid
Turkish and Venezuelan officials held a call on Thursday to discuss recent earthquakes in Venezuela and the country's need for assistance. Turkey stated it would continue to provide support.
The Independentworld18 days ago
Two Earthquakes Hit Venezuela, Killing at Least 188 and Damaging Buildings in Caracas and La Guaira
A 7.2-magnitude quake followed minutes later by a 7.5-magnitude event hit Venezuela after 6 p.m. local time on Wednesday, collapsing buildings in Caracas and La Guaira state.
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cnbc.comscience26 days ago
Trump's FEMA Nominee Says Agency Must Balance Costs and Aid
Cameron Hamilton told senators he supports faster disaster aid delivery while seeking to reduce federal costs. He distanced himself from a prior proposal to raise thresholds for major disaster declarations.
claimsjournal.compolitics33 days agoSourced
Congress Passes Disaster Related Extension of Deadlines Act
President Trump signed Public Law 119-64, enacting H.R. something that extends multiple tax and administrative deadlines for taxpayers and businesses in presidentially declared disaster areas. The measure shifts filing and payment dates that would otherwise fall in coming months…
asiaone.comworld34 days ago
Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Strikes Sarangani Province, Killing at Least 37
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province on June 8, 2026. At least 37 people have died and more than 1,000 aftershocks have been recorded. Several towns lost road access, water, electricity, and internet service.
newser.comworld57 days ago
Hawaii Flooding Damages Farms Across Oahu North Shore
Back-to-back storms in March caused the state's worst flooding in two decades, damaging crops, livestock, and equipment on small farms. More than 600 farms reported nearly $40 million in losses, with broader estimates reaching $50 million.
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newser.combusiness57 days ago
Hawaii Flooding Damages Farms and Reduces Produce at Markets
Back-to-back storms in March caused the state's worst flooding in two decades, damaging crops and infrastructure on Oahu's North Shore. More than 600 farms reported nearly $40 million in damage, with total losses estimated at $50 million across nearly 2,000 farms.
manilatimes.networld62 days ago
Retired Worcestershire Vicar Begins 700-Mile Walk from Land’s End to Scottish Border to Raise Funds for ShelterBox
Dave Foster, 71, set off Saturday from Land’s End in Cornwall aiming to reach Berwick-upon-Tweed by July 4, covering the full 268-mile Pennine Way in an eight-week trek. The Rotary Club of Evesham Vale member has raised just over £9,300 toward a £20,000 goal for the disaster reli…