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Leaders and celebrities react after powerful quakes hit Venezuela
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
World leaders and Venezuelan celebrities reacted Thursday with messages of solidarity and offers of assistance after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.Wednesday evening’s 7....
Key takeaway 5-magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throughout the region.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have far-reaching implications for the San Antonio community, given the city's strong cultural and economic ties to the Latin American nation. Many San Antonio residents have family and friends affected by the disaster, and local organizations may soon be called upon to provide aid and support. The swift response from world leaders, including the deployment of search and rescue teams from the United States, may also have a ripple effect in San Antonio, potentially inspiring local fundraising efforts or volunteer initiatives. As the international community rallies around Venezuela, San Antonio's own Venezuelan community may play a key role in coordinating relief efforts and providing a lifeline to those in need. The city's experience in responding to natural disasters, including hurricanes and floods, could also be leveraged to support the people of Venezuela as they navigate this difficult time.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? World leaders and Venezuelan celebrities reacted Thursday with messages of solidarity and offers of assistance after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.Wednesday evening’s 7....
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