Venezuela has been devastated by two powerful earthquakes that struck just moments apart, triggering tsunami warnings and causing widespread destruction across Caracas and surrounding coastal communities. Buildings have collapsed, critical infrastructure has been damaged, and rescue operations are ongoing as aftershocks continue. Your donation will help provide emergency relief, shelter, medical care, and recovery support to people affected by this rapidly unfolding disaster.
Two major earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck northern Venezuela, causing widespread structural damage, power and communications outages, and leaving people trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Tsunami warnings were issued for parts of the Caribbean as emergency responders raced to rescue survivors amid ongoing aftershocks and growing humanitarian needs.
Your donation to the GlobalGiving Venezuela Earthquake Relief Fund will provide local organizations with flexible, rapid funding to deliver emergency medical care, search and rescue support, temporary shelter, food, clean water, hygiene supplies, and other essential services. It will also help communities begin rebuilding and recovering as they face the long-term impacts of this disaster.
When you donate to the GlobalGiving Venezuela Earthquake Relief Fund, your donation will:
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