Venezuelan Ombudsman's Office Oversees Earthquake Victim Camps in La Guaira

The Ombudsman's Office in Venezuela has deployed direct supervision teams to key camps and collection centers established to aid those affected by the recent seismic events in La Guaira state. Ombudsman Eglée González Lobato announced the initiative, leading a tour with the "Defensorial Brigades for the Protection of Fundamental Rights in the Emergency."

These brigades, comprising officials from the Ombudsman's Office, were activated following the earthquakes on June 24. The deployment also included representatives from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. Their collective mission was to assess the conditions of refugees in the temporary camps within the state.

González Lobato further announced the deployment of a mobile unit that will travel throughout the region to assist those affected by the double seismic event. Additionally, three emergency "defensorial" points have been set up at the Polideportivo José María Vargas, the República de Panamá School, and the César Nieves stadium. The office plans to establish two more points next week to cover areas to the east and west of La Guaira.

Each of these locations is staffed with technical and multidisciplinary personnel ready to address complaints, provide advice, and coordinate with state agencies, humanitarian assistance organizations operating in the country, and the private sector. The Ombudsman's Office intends to maintain its presence in the region through these brigades to offer responses and support to citizens impacted by the tragedy.

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The Ombudsman's Office deployed direct supervision teams in the main camps and collection centers set up to assist those affected by the double seismic event in La Guaira state.