La Guaira Governor: Most earthquake survivors rescued before international aid

The majority of survivors rescued after the June 24 earthquakes in La Guaira, Venezuela, were saved by the spontaneous actions of local residents and security forces, not by international aid that arrived later, according to Governor José Alejandro Terán.

Terán explained that "a lot of people were rescued in that early morning and the following two days. Even before the international rescuers arrived." He highlighted the immediate, spontaneous coordination and solidarity that enabled these rescues. The regional leader made these remarks during an interview on the program "Abriendo Puertas" on Venevisión.

The health sector treated over 10,000 injured individuals, with 2,600 hospitalized, and currently, only 60 remain under care. The governor detailed a three-phase plan, emergency, recovery, and rebirth, initiated by Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president's designated authority. This plan involved immediate rescue operations and care for the wounded, with field hospitals providing significant support.

In terms of services, Terán reported that 90% of electricity and over 60% of water supply were restored within three days. Public transportation has also resumed with 30 routes and more than 200 buses. He categorically denied claims of mass graves, assuring that all recovered bodies received individual and dignified burials. Looking ahead, a new economic census is underway, with 85% of businesses reopened in less affected areas. Plans for temporary employment and subsidies for entrepreneurs are also in motion, as the state embarks on a significant reconstruction phase.