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UNICEF: 3.9 million children at risk after earthquakes in Venezuela
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UNICEF: 3.9 million children at risk after earthquakes in Venezuela

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela, affecting Caracas and several states, causing building collapses and casualties, including children.
  • UNICEF is assessing the needs of affected children and families, aiming to provide access to medical aid, protection services, and safe water.
  • Thousands of families require urgent assistance as the tremors damaged homes, schools, and essential infrastructure, with the threat of aftershocks remaining.

UNICEF has reported that 3.9 million children are at risk following powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela. The tremors impacted Caracas and the states of Aragua, Carabobo, Falcón, La Guaira, and Miranda. Dozens of buildings collapsed, and reports indicate that children are among the casualties. Rescue teams are continuing their search for survivors and assessing the damage.

Catherine Russell, UNICEF's Executive Director, stated that the organization is working with national institutions and partners to evaluate the needs of those affected. Their goal is to ensure children and their families have access to essential services, including medical aid, protection, psychological support, safe drinking water, and secure spaces.

As the damage assessment continues, UNICEF warns that thousands of families will need urgent assistance. The earthquake has damaged residential buildings, schools, health facilities, and water supply systems, along with other critical infrastructure. Residents also face the ongoing threat of aftershocks.

the organization is working with national institutions and partners to evaluate the needs of those affected and aims to ensure children and their families have access to medical aid, protection services, psychological support, safe drinking water, and safe spaces.

— UNICEFUNICEF's Executive Director Catherine Russell described the organization's response efforts.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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