At least 164 people have died and 971 have been injured after powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela, prompting an international response. The earthquakes, which occurred on Thursday, June 25, 2026, have caused widespread destruction and prompted rescue teams to rush to the affected areas.
"At least 164 people have died after a pair of quakes rocked Venezuela, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said, adding that rescue teams are rushing to free people trapped under rubble," said a Venezuelan government spokesperson. The Buffalo community, particularly parents in the Williamsville district, may be interested in this development as it highlights the importance of disaster preparedness and international cooperation. University at Buffalo students, who have been studying international relations and disaster response, may also be following this story closely.
The American Red Cross has been working to provide aid to the affected areas, and Buffalo residents can donate to support their efforts. As the international community continues to respond to the crisis, it will be important to provide ongoing support and assistance to the people of Venezuela. The United Nations will be holding an emergency meeting next week to discuss the international response to the Venezuela earthquakes.