UN estimates 6.8 million affected by Venezuela earthquakes, international aid pours in

The United Nations estimates that up to 6.8 million people have been affected by the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, with Caracas alone accounting for up to 2 million of those affected Source: infobae. The Organization for International Migration (OIM) released these initial projections based on population data and satellite imagery analysis, which shows that in Catia La Mar, north of Caracas, 31.5% of buildings have been damaged Source: lajornadamx.

Scale of impact

The OIM warns of a 'potential humanitarian impact on a large scale,' emphasizing that displacement will increase as people seek safety Source: infobae. Immediate needs include emergency shelter, clean water, sanitation, healthcare, and basic relief items. The recovery will require sustained investment to help families rebuild and restore essential services Source: lajornadamx.

Humanitarian response

OIM Director General Amy Pope stated that 'the first hours and days after a disaster are decisive,' and the organization is rapidly scaling up its response with pre-positioned relief supplies being deployed to Caracas Source: infobae. Search and rescue remain the top priority, but Pope stressed that humanitarian consequences will extend far beyond the coming days Source: lajornadamx.

International rescue efforts

Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez announced that rescue teams from 10 additional countries will join the ongoing efforts, which already include personnel from the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Spain, France, Germany, and others . 'Venezuela is not alone: we are going to rescue them,' Rodríguez said . Heavy machinery has been deployed in La Guaira state to clear roads and assist in search operations.