After Venezuela’s quakes, experts say environmental and health risks have just begun
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — More than a month has passed since Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes, and the constant sound of heavy machinery still echoes through the hardest-hit neighborhoods of La Guaira on the northern coast.
The tremors, which struck in February, caused widespread damage to infrastructure and displaced thousands. Scientists warn that the region remains at risk for further seismic activity, and the long-term environmental impact is still being assessed.
Health officials have also raised concerns about the spread of disease in the affected areas, where sanitation systems have been overwhelmed. Local authorities are working to provide aid, but resources remain limited.
The situation highlights the challenges of responding to natural disasters in regions with fragile infrastructure and limited access to emergency services. (winnipegfreepress.com)
