Acting President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela reported that at least 32 people were killed and more than 700 were injured following two earthquakes on Wednesday. This figure represents a preliminary assessment of the casualties and damage resulting from the disaster.
The Venezuelan Red Cross is conducting rescue operations and searching through rubble following two powerful earthquakes in the country. Aid organizations are currently mapping out the specific support and supplies needed for the affected regions.
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its embassy in Caracas, has issued safety instructions to Dutch citizens in Venezuela following two earthquakes. Citizens are advised to seek open spaces and stay away from damaged buildings to ensure their safety.
The evacuation of approximately 11,000 seafarers and 600 ships currently stuck in the Strait of Hormuz is expected to take several weeks. According to the UN's shipping organization, the process remains a significant logistical challenge given the volume of vessels involved.
The municipality of Haarlem is installing enforcement cameras in Spaarndam-West to prevent trucks from illegally using restricted roads. This measure aims to improve local livability and protect the historic Woerdersluis, a lock dating back to 1611, from potential collapse.
