Red Cross Activates Emergency Fund for Venezuela After Major Earthquakes
The International Federation of the Red Cross has activated its Disaster Response Emergency Fund to assist Venezuela following two powerful earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) that caused significant damage, including to the Venezuelan Red Cross headquarters in Caracas. Staff and…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 25, 2026 —
The International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) has activated its Disaster Response Emergency Fund to provide assistance to Venezuela. The activation follows two significant earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, which have caused substantial damage across the country.
Damage includes the headquarters of the Venezuelan Red Cross in Caracas. IFRC staff and volunteers are currently engaged in ongoing rescue operations, conducting damage assessments, and distributing essential aid to those affected by the seismic events.
The full extent of the damage and the specific needs of the affected population are still being assessed. The activation of the Disaster Response Emergency Fund allows for immediate financial support to be deployed for critical relief efforts.
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