Venezuela recovers 96% of electricity service in La Guaira; works to restore phone and internet connectivity

Venezuelan authorities report significant progress in restoring essential services in La Guaira state following a powerful earthquake. Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president, announced that 96% of electricity service has been recovered, with 21 electrical substations fully repaired.

Water distribution has also seen an 84% restoration, while tanker trucks supply water to collapsed areas. The state telecommunications company, Cantv, is actively working on recovery, though specific details were not provided. The U.S. Embassy in Caracas noted that Starlink has distributed over 1,600 connectivity kits to aid rescue teams, medical personnel, and humanitarian organizations in the earthquake-affected regions.

Residents in La Guaira are gradually resuming daily activities amidst ongoing recovery efforts. However, internet service remains poor, and some areas are still without communication. Private telecom companies Digitel and Movistar Venezuela are collaborating with Starlink and establishing free Wi-Fi hotspots in shelters to improve connectivity.

The double earthquake, which struck on June 24, is the deadliest in Venezuela in the last century. Official figures report at least 3,899 deaths and 16,740 injuries. Additionally, 17,907 people are homeless, and 6,462 have been rescued.

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The electricity service in the state is 96% recovered, 21 electrical substations have been completely recovered.