Venezuela's La Guaira port reopens to deliver earthquake aid, US military says
Summary
Venezuela’s La Guaira port has reopened after repairs and is now receiving humanitarian aid for earthquake victims. The US military is delivering supplies through the port and has pledged over $300 million in aid to help those affected by recent powerful earthquakes.Key Facts
- Two strong earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) hit Venezuela’s Caribbean coast, killing over 1,700 people and leaving thousands missing.
- La Guaira port, one of Venezuela’s main ports, was damaged but has now been repaired and reopened.
- The US warship USS Fort Lauderdale is delivering critical supplies through La Guaira port.
- A specialized team of US Marines worked continuously to repair the port.
- The US government increased its aid pledge to more than $300 million for emergency medical care, food, water, shelter, and other needs.
- The aid is being given through groups like Samaritan’s Purse, Catholic Relief Services, the World Food Programme, and the Red Cross.
- The US has also sent over 300 rescue workers and nearly two dozen search dogs to help with recovery efforts.
- Relations between the US and Venezuela have improved recently after the capture of former president Nicolas Maduro and collaboration with an interim government.
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