Already present near the epicentre in Caracas, Miranda, Falcón and Yaracuy, Acted rapidly deployed emergency teams to assess needs and prepare life-saving assistance for affected communities.
Venezuela is facing a major humanitarian emergency after two powerful earthquakes struck the north-central region of the country on 24 June. The disaster has caused widespread destruction across several states, including Caracas, Miranda, Falcón, Yaracuy and La Guaira, leaving communities without access to essential services and forcing thousands of people from their homes. More than 1,500 people have reportedly lost their lives, while over 50,000 people remain missing in the aftermath of the disaster.
Acted was already present in areas close to the epicentre, including Caracas, Miranda, Falcón and Yaracuy, enabling the organisation to react immediately. An emergency team from Acted Headquarters arrived in Venezuela yesterday to reinforce national teams and conduct rapid assessments in the hardest-hit communities. As one of the first humanitarian organisations on the ground, Acted is already identifying urgent needs and preparing life-saving assistance for affected families.
Initial assessments reveal a devastating situation. Homes, schools, health facilities and vital infrastructure have suffered extensive damage, while telecommunications, water networks and other essential services remain severely disrupted. Many families have lost everything and are currently sleeping outdoors, exposed to the elements and growing protection risks.
Most Urgent Needs
Clean water
damaged water infrastructure has left communities without access to safe drinking water.
Food assistance
access to food is severely limited as markets and shops have been destroyed or are no longer functioning.
Hygiene supplies
affected households require hygiene kits, including soap, sanitary products and baby care items.
Emergency shelter
families who have lost their homes urgently need tents, bedding and other essential household items.
Healthcare and medicines
hospitals are overwhelmed and access to medical supplies remains critically constrained.
With needs continuing to grow and access to essential services severely compromised, rapid humanitarian action is critical. Based on its emergency assessment, Acted is preparing to deliver assistance focused on shelter, food security, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and protection, helping affected families meet their immediate needs and begin rebuilding their lives