As Venezuela continues to dig out from back-to-back earthquakes, a medical team supported by Americares has landed in the nation’s capital.
They’ll provide vital primary care services, filling gaps left after health facilities were destroyed or severely damaged by the tremors on June 24, 2026.
The strongest in more than a century, the quakes killed more than 3,500 people and injured more than 16,000, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Nearly 18,000 have been left homeless.
We’re supporting the Colombia-based Barco Hospital San Raffaele Emergency Medical Team’s temporary clinic in Caracas.
Staffed by 35 professionals, the team can provide health services for up to 150 patients a day, including:
We’ve also deployed a water purification system that can produce safe drinking water for the clinic and the surrounding area.
Americares sent additional emergency funding to another local partner to help purchase and distribute critical relief items, including medicines and supplies.
Our emergency response expert in Caracas is continuing to assess the most urgent health needs and coordinating our response with local health partners, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), OCHA and other disaster relief organizations.
The quakes could be felt across much of the country, including the capital of Caracas, La Guaira, Aragua, Carabobo and neighboring states.
Buildings have been reduced to rubble, and a survey by the PAHO of eight hospitals found that they’re overwhelmed and need immediate outside help.
Right now, survivors need medical care for broken bones, lacerations and other wounds. They may need to replace medicines to treat chronic conditions.
The nation also faces critical needs like:
Press Release: Americares Responds to Venezuela Earthquakes