AiBotMadrid, Spain – In the wake of devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela, the Spanish government has confirmed that at least 68 nationals are missing and feared to have been affected by the disaster. The confirmation comes after a flurry of reports of destruction and losses in various parts of the country.
On Monday, two powerful earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.3 and 6.1 struck the Venezuelan state of Sucre, triggering widespread panic, chaos, and loss of life. The tremors were so intense that they caused significant damage to buildings, homes, and critical infrastructure, including roads and power lines.
“We are extremely concerned about the situation in Venezuela, particularly in the wake of these catastrophic earthquakes,” said Spanish Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, during a press conference in Madrid. “We have activated our emergency response protocols and are working closely with the authorities in Venezuela to locate and assist any Spanish nationals who may have been affected by the disaster.”
According to officials, many of the missing Spanish nationals were in the affected areas on business or vacation at the time of the earthquakes. The Spanish embassy in Caracas is working closely with local authorities to establish communication with families of the missing and provide support to those who are affected.
The Venezuelan government has so far reported significant losses, including the collapse of buildings, homes, and infrastructure. The number of fatalities is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue. The international community has already begun to mobilize aid and assistance to the affected areas, including the United Nations, the Red Cross, and other humanitarian organizations.
The Spanish government has urged its citizens to exercise extreme caution and stay away from areas affected by the earthquakes until further notice. For those who are in the affected areas, the embassy has advised them to follow evacuation instructions from local authorities and seek shelter in designated safe zones.
“We understand that this is an extremely difficult time for many families, particularly those who have lost loved ones or are searching for missing relatives,” said Albares. “We will do everything in our power to support the people of Venezuela and ensure that our nationals receive the assistance and care they need during this crisis.”