The U.S. military has been deployed to assist in Venezuela after a series of deadly earthquakes struck the South American nation last week. The relief efforts are being led by the U.S. State Department and supported by U.S. military capabilities, which continue to arrive in Venezuela.
The U.S. Southern Command, which is overseeing the relief efforts, has stated that its operations are completely self-sustaining, with personnel on the ground requiring no local resources as they work to deliver critical relief to the people of Venezuela.
The death toll from the earthquakes has reached 1,450, according to the Venezuelan National Assembly President. The U.S. military, including U.S. Marines, is supporting U.S. and international first responders during search and rescue efforts in areas hardest-hit by the earthquakes.
The U.S. military forces are working closely with the U.S. State Department to support earthquake relief efforts and deliver assistance to the Venezuelan communities of greatest need. The relief efforts are focused on providing critical support to those affected by the earthquakes.
Search and rescue operations are underway, with first responders and U.S. Marines working tirelessly to locate survivors in earthquake-damaged structures. The crews are operating day and night to support international search and rescue operations across the hardest-hit communities.
