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Situation Report No. 27 provides an update on IOM’s response to the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, covering the period from 28 August to 2 September 2026.
Highlights
Between 28 August and 2 September, IOM continued its multisectoral response in planned camps and affected communities through interventions in camp coordination and camp management (CCCM), shelter, health, mental health, protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), information management, and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). IOM maintained management of four planned camps in La Guaira, strengthened inter-agency coordination and continued supporting return and potential relocation processes for earthquake-affected populations.
During the reporting period, IOM supported the update and verification of population records in Campo de Golf, confirming the presence of 330 people accommodated in 118 tents, including 111 women, 121 men and 98 girls and boys. The updated information will support service planning and discussions related to potential relocation options.
IOM coordinated improvements to WASH infrastructure in Mare Abajo II, including greywater drainage works and installation of the structure for a new community laundry facility to improve access to basic services for camp residents.
IOM continued providing health and mental health services in temporary accommodation sites, delivering 216 consultations during the reporting period, including 142 consultations in Cesar Nieves and 74 consultations in Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex.
IOM Activities
IOM maintained coordination and management of the planned camps at Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex and Campo de Golf and continued co-management of Cesar Nieves, Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II together with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Activities focused on population registration, service coordination, community monitoring and support for return and relocation processes.
Population registration and information management activities continued across the planned camps. In Campo de Golf, validation exercises conducted by IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) team, together with Equilibrium and community representatives, identified 330 people accommodated in 118 tents. In Cesar Nieves and Mare Abajo II, updated records and needs assessments supported targeting and planning for future interventions.
IOM continued distributing essential household items in camps and affected communities. During the reporting period, IOM provided 550 collapsible jerry cans, 521 plastic tarpaulins, 352 hygiene items, 340 tool kits, 224 solar lamps and 205 ropes. In addition, 320 families in Carabobo received integrated shelter and basic needs kits.
In WASH, IOM continued coordinating water supply, sanitation and hygiene services across planned camps while monitoring water access, safe storage, drainage and sanitation infrastructure. In Mare Abajo II, IOM coordinated drainage improvements, greywater management works and installation of a community laundry facility. In Campo de Golf and Cesar Nieves, IOM monitored sanitation conditions and supported actions to improve access to WASH services.
IOM continued delivering health, mental health and psychological support services through mobile teams and fixed service points. During the reporting period, 216 consultations were conducted, including services in general medicine, internal medicine, paediatrics, gynaecology and psychology. IOM also led the third Health Technical Working Group meeting in Campo de Golf and supported the introduction of a unified epidemiological data collection tool.
In protection, IOM continued providing legal counselling, case management, referrals and coordination of protection services. Through its implementing organization HIAS, IOM provided services to 74 unique individuals in La Guaira and the Capital District. Activities also included strengthening protection mechanisms for children and adolescents, supporting women and girls at risk, and facilitating referrals to specialized services.
IOM continued coordinating sectoral and inter-agency meetings with authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives. Coordination efforts supported ongoing discussions on relocation, return processes, infrastructure improvements, education, livelihoods and community participation across the planned camps.
In PSEA, IOM continued integrating Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse principles into camp management and community activities. In Cesar Nieves, IOM and NRC implemented an entry protocol for external organizations and volunteers, including guidance on safeguarding, child protection and standards of conduct prior to carrying out activities in the camp.
IOM Planned Response
IOM will continue supporting return, relocation and temporary accommodation processes while maintaining updated population records to guide service planning and decision-making. IOM will also continue strengthening camp infrastructure, shelter conditions and service delivery in planned camps.
In WASH, IOM will complete drainage and greywater works and operationalize the community laundry facility in Mare Abajo II, while strengthening hygiene promotion, safe water storage and sanitation activities across camps.
IOM will continue providing health, mental health, psychological support and protection services, including referrals, case management and support for people with specific needs. In addition, IOM will maintain DTM registration and mobility monitoring activities, complete pending assessments and continue coordinating with authorities and implementing organizations to support evidence-based response planning, returns and potential relocations.