El Salvador opens field hospital with vet services in earthquake-hit Venezuela

El Salvador has established a field hospital in Catia La Mar, La Guaira, one of the areas hardest hit by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. The humanitarian mission also includes veterinary services for pets, offering comprehensive support to the affected population.

President Nayib Bukele announced the hospital's operational status via social media, stating it provides "first-level medical attention" and operates 24 hours a day for people. Pet care is available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The facility is located on Avenida Principal de Playa Grande, behind Carlos Escarra School, opposite the Rompeolas restaurant.

The mission, consisting of over 300 specialists, rescuers, and medical personnel, was among the first to arrive with substantial aid after the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes. The contingent, including Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) and Humanitarian Rescue Unit (UHR) teams, worked to alleviate the strain on local health centers.

As of Friday, the mission reported 322 medical interventions, including 273 general consultations, 22 wound dressings, and 27 treatments for chronic conditions. They have also distributed 481,000 medications and supplies to six Venezuelan hospitals. Additionally, Salvadoran psychologists have been providing recreational activities for children affected by the disaster, and environmental health teams are verifying water quality at a key shelter.

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We have established a field hospital in Venezuela to provide first-level medical attention. We also have a veterinary service to care for the little pets. We will be open 24 hours for people's care and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for pet care.