In response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, the United States quickly stood up a specialized task force to coordinate the rapid and robust delivery of assistance and to help American citizens who may be affected.
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“With the addition of Miami personnel, the United States now has nearly 250 specialized civilian rescuers operating in Venezuela.” | @MiamiHerald- Department of State reposted
“The United States has launched one of its largest disaster-response operations in Latin America in recent years after the devastating double earthquake that struck Venezuela on Wednesday.” - Department of State reposted
Delivering life-saving capabilities to Venezuela. Today, @usairforce C-17 Globemaster aircraft are transporting two @MiamiDadeFire search and rescue teams to Venezuela. These skilled responders will join @StateDept-led U.S. government earthquake relief efforts. #SOUTHCOM
00:00 - The United States’ response to earthquakes in Venezuela is big, fast, effective, and ongoing. 🇺🇸 🤝 🇻🇪
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As search and rescue efforts continue in Venezuela, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Florida Task Force 1 (#FLTF1) is preparing to deploy with one mission: to help those affected and bring hope during an incredibly difficult time. Thank you to @MayorDaniella and @commishbermudez for
- Our whole-of-government approach toward assisting Venezuela continues. Read the latest: state.gov/releases/offic…
- The State Department is leading a whole-of-government response to the earthquakes in Venezuela. @LACOFD is in Venezuela and ready to help provide life-saving assistance.
- "[...] The State Department, which has assumed control of the search and rescue units, had moved quickly. The agencies that previously administered relief efforts — FEMA and USAID — often took days to get people on the ground." | @nytimes
- Search and rescue teams from California and Virginia are in Venezuela helping with rescue efforts, with more help on the way. These teams are supported by the U.S. military, and are comprised of brave doctors, engineers, firefighters, and some well-trained four-legged friends.
- Department of State reposted
Answering the Call USA-2 international #USAR team members, including 71 members & six K9 teams from the #LACoFD, @LACoPublicWorks & @WeAreLAHealth are en route to Venezuela. We are proud & thankful to represent the U.S. on this mission, bringing our expertise & compassion to
- Department of State reposted
Following @POTUS' authorization after the Venezuela earthquakes, @StateDept activated a specialized Task Force and a Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART), and is coordinating with military assets already positioned in the region to accelerate the delivery of life-saving
- .@statedeptspox: "The United States is here. The United States is helping. We're seeing the United States deploy this massive response, and we're seeing that response on the ground already."
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