Ricardo Montaner leads aid campaign after Venezuela earthquake disaster

Venezuelan singer Ricardo Montaner has initiated a solidarity campaign to support those impacted by the powerful earthquakes that recently struck Venezuela. Through his foundation, The House Project, Montaner is mobilizing efforts to provide assistance to the victims of the disaster.

The twin earthquakes, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, represent the most significant seismic events recorded in Venezuela in over 100 years. The tremors have resulted in extensive damage, including the collapse of buildings, widespread power outages, and severe infrastructure damage, prompting the interim government to declare a national state of emergency.

Montaner, alongside his wife Marlene Rodríguez, expressed the emotional impact of the tragedy and their commitment to action. "We have activated ourselves as a family trying, first of all, to pray for the Venezuelan people," Montaner stated in a social media video, emphasizing the need for both spiritual support and practical aid.

Rodríguez highlighted the foundation's long-standing work in Venezuela, assuring that their current efforts are focused on immediate relief for those most in need. "We are trying to reach those who need it immediately," she explained, noting that they are coordinating with numerous other organizations already doing vital work on the ground to ensure aid reaches the affected population effectively.