Earthquake damage silences Venezuelan radio stations in Aragua

Radio stations Éxitos 93.1 FM and La Mega 96.5 FM in Maracay, Aragua state, remain without regional programming after earthquakes damaged their studios in the Los Mangos commercial center.

The National Union of Press Workers (SNTP) reported that the stations were off the air for three days before restoring national programming. However, they have not been able to resume local content production, a critical time for communities impacted by the tremors.

The situation affects residents of the Los Mangos complex, who have been evacuated as a precautionary measure. They are organizing to protect their belongings and coordinating with government entities for debris removal and logistical support. Residents have also arranged for portable radios in each building to ensure safety while awaiting repairs.

Authorities have classified the buildings in the area with a "yellow" risk level, indicating moderate damage and requiring repairs before normal use. The rehabilitation of the studios is pending, leaving residents in temporary housing and hoping for the return of local radio to accompany them during the emergency.

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Without proactive investments from the central government and the municipality, the degradation of streets and services will continue to destroy the capital's heritage.