International rescue teams arrive in Venezuela after deadly earthquakes

At least 235 people have died and 4,300 are injured after two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck central Venezuela, prompting an international rescue effort. Teams from Spain, El Salvador, and Mexico have arrived in the country to assist, along with a senior U.S. Marine Corps general.

International response

Rescue teams from Spain, El Salvador, and Mexico landed in Venezuela in recent hours. Spain sent 59 military personnel from the UME (Unidad Militar de Emergencias) and 40 emergency workers from Madrid, along with canines Source: El Caribe. El Salvador dispatched 188 rescuers, welcomed by acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who noted the aid from President Nayib Bukele despite past tensions Source: Infobae. Mexico also sent personnel and supplies. The U.S. is mobilizing through SOUTHCOM, and Major General Kevin J. Jarrard of the Marine Corps arrived, with U.S. chargé d'affaires John Barrett stating that American teams are deploying with "velocity, precision, and incomparable logistical capability" Source: El Caribe.

The earthquakes primarily affected Caracas and the neighboring state of La Guaira. The official death toll stands at 235, with thousands injured and extensive material damage Source: Infobae.