Six days after the earthquakes that shook the center of the country, rescuers and support personnel continue to be sent from different regions of the country to join the search for survivors, with emphasis on the state of La Guaira.
In this regard, a group of 10 miners from Guayana Esequiba arrived in La Guaira, as part of the second advance to join the rescue efforts, whose experience is based on the creation of tunnels that allow rescuers access to hard-to-reach areas.
The information was provided by Governor Neil Villamizar, who explained that the Essequibo region remains throughout the area of the Eduard's Hotel to facilitate a smoother rescue operation. Villamizar highlighted the work carried out by the first advance team and their efforts in locating 12-year-old Miguel Colmenares trapped under the rubble of the Eduard's Hotel. "Let us continue with faith, supporting the Venezuelan and Guairá families to overcome this difficult situation, and our people will continue to send humanitarian aid," the governor said.
The regional leader stated that the Governor's team accompanied groups from the Ministry of Ecological Mining Development, the Venezuelan Mining Corporation, and citizen security and Civil Protection agencies present in Caraballeda, in a coordinated action where the experience of those also known as mining moles is vital in these tasks.
Mining moles
With their exceptional mobility in confined spaces, these men, dedicated to creating underground tunnels in very short timeframes, have achieved success in their territories, making it vital to replicate their work in Ground Zero in every area of operation.
Sucre sends 500 officials for rescue efforts in the capital
A third advance team of 500 officials from Civil Protection and the Sucre State Fire Department departed for the city of Caracas to continue reinforcing search and rescue efforts in the Venezuelan capital and La Guaira State.
The information was provided by the mayor of Cumaná, Pedro Figueroa, who explained that trained disaster management personnel will join the search for people still trapped in collapsed buildings following the earthquakes that struck the country. "This is a highly trained and experienced team for these types of situations. We already have officials in the central region helping, trying to save lives. We appreciate their willingness, their commitment, and their dedication. This is a gesture of love and support during these very difficult times our country is experiencing," said Mayor Pedro Figueroa.
In this regard, Brigadier General Carlos Borrero, sectoral secretary of Citizen Security in the state of Sucre, indicated that the contingent of men and women carries with them the equipment of a mobile clinic, four ambulances, six rescue units, among other vehicles that will allow them to provide assistance to the affected people.
"These teams join the rescue efforts of our people in the capital, La Guaira and Miranda, where officials and rescuers are also working tirelessly to save lives," said General Borrero.
Trujillo deploys 100 militiamen in support of affected areas
The Bolivarian Government of Trujillo coordinated the transfer of a contingent of 100 militiamen, who joined the rescue, salvage and logistical support efforts.
With this deployment, the state of Trujillo raises to 250 the number of men and women mobilized to the state of La Guaira, including personnel from security, prevention, health agencies and the Bolivarian Militia, who are on the front line of action in the face of the emergency that the country is going through.
In this regard, Governor Gerardo Márquez highlighted the civic spirit and commitment of the population during this emergency, stating that the unity between the commercial sector, the citizens, and government entities is a clear demonstration of the solidarity of the people of Trujillo with the affected families.
In addition to human and technical resources, the region maintains an active humanitarian aid distribution system through collection centers located in all 20 municipalities. To date, significant shipments of aid have been delivered, including non-perishable food, vegetables, drinking water, medicine, clothing, footwear, sheets, stretchers, and work tools to expedite debris removal and medical care in the most vulnerable areas.
