Corus International Mobilizing Response Following Devastating Earthquakes in Venezuela

Corus International is mobilizing support following two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, causing widespread destruction, loss of life and significant damage to critical infrastructure across multiple regions of the country. 

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a magnitude 7.2 foreshock was followed just 39 seconds later by a magnitude 7.5 mainshock, making it the strongest earthquake to affect Venezuela in more than a century. The most severe impacts have been reported in and around Caracas and La Guaira, where more than 100 buildings have reportedly collapsed and emergency response efforts remain underway. 

Authorities continue to assess the impact of the earthquakes as search-and-rescue operations remain underway in the hardest-hit areas. The full extent of casualties and damage is still emerging, while strong aftershocks remain likely, posing ongoing risks to affected communities, responders and critical infrastructure. 

Significant damage has been reported to transportation networks, telecommunications systems and health facilities. Venezuela's main international airport has been closed to commercial flights, while several hospitals have sustained structural damage and are undergoing safety inspections. Communication outages and transportation disruptions are complicating emergency response efforts. 

Corus is working through its network of local and regional partners to support affected communities. While assessments are ongoing, priority needs are expected to include emergency medical care, trauma treatment, search-and-rescue support, emergency shelter, safe water and sanitation services, food assistance, psychosocial support and assistance for families displaced by the disaster. 

The earthquake comes at a particularly difficult time for Venezuela, which was already facing a prolonged humanitarian crisis marked by economic challenges, displacement, poverty and strained public services. Many families are reportedly spending nights outdoors due to fears of aftershocks, increasing immediate shelter and protection needs. The country's health system was already operating under severe constraints, creating additional challenges for emergency medical response. 

Drawing on decades of experience responding to disasters and humanitarian crises around the world, Corus is leveraging expertise across emergency response, health, community engagement and logistics to support a coordinated response. 

The scale of destruction continues to emerge, and humanitarian needs are expected to grow as assessments expand. We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available and response activities are confirmed. 

How You Can Help 

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