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Venezuelans hope online posts will bring news of missing after devastating earthquakes
By Megan Janetsky And Eléonore Hughes, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
A father holds the hand of his daughter dressed as a fairy. A 24-year-old man in a pilot uniform stares proudly at the camera. A family embraces on a soccer field.They are among the images posted by relatives within Venezuela and abroad desperately searching for their missing loved ones following...
Key takeaway A 24-year-old man in a pilot uniform stares proudly at the camera.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have a tangible impact on the Alamo Heights community, where many residents have family ties to the affected areas. As locals with Venezuelan roots scramble to find information about their loved ones, they are turning to social media and online registries to fill the gaps left by sparse government updates. The discrepancy between official reports and independent registries documenting missing persons underscores the challenges of communicating with family members in a region with damaged infrastructure. For Alamo Heights residents with connections to Venezuela, the wait for news is agonizing, and the use of digital platforms to search for missing relatives has become a vital lifeline. As the community comes together to support those affected, local organizations and businesses may play a crucial role in providing resources and aid to those impacted by the disaster.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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