Venezuela to House Earthquake Victims in Caracas Stadium, Freeing Up Schools

Venezuela is preparing to relocate earthquake victims from temporary shelters in schools to the Estadio Monumental Simón Bolívar in Caracas. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced the initiative Tuesday, stating the stadium's facilities will house families who lost their homes in the June 24 earthquakes.

This measure is intended to alleviate overcrowding in schools currently serving as emergency shelters. By moving the displaced individuals, the government aims to allow educational institutions to prepare for the upcoming school year. The relocation will offer victims more private and improved living conditions compared to the school facilities.

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To decongest the schools, begin the process of people who are in temporary camps in schools, move them to spaces where they are separate, with privacy, single-family spaces, and the schools should begin to be available for the return to classes.

During a visit to temporary camps at the Poliedro de Caracas, Rodríguez explained that the relocation is part of the government's ongoing efforts to enhance the living situations of those still unable to return to their homes. The initiative is framed within the "Plan Venezuela Renace" (Venezuela Reborn Plan), which also includes the delivery of new and rehabilitated housing.

Rodríguez detailed that the Estadio Monumental will have the capacity to host 1,023 individuals, while a large tent at the Poliedro de Caracas will accommodate an additional 200 people. The government is simultaneously continuing its program to deliver new homes and repair damaged properties affected by the earthquakes, addressing the housing needs arising from the disaster.

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Both in the Monumental of Caracas, where we will have a capacity to receive 1,023 people, and in this tent at the Poliedro de Caracas, where we will receive 200 people, and we are also delivering new housing and rehabilitated housing.