Venezuela Quakes: UNICEF Warns of Growing Crisis for 680,000 Children

Earthquakes in Venezuela on 24 June left 1,700 dead and over 1.8 million needing aid, including 680,000 children. Damage to hospitals, schools, and water systems worsened conditions. UNICEF is scaling up support with supplies and staff, aiming to reach 650,000 people. PAHO reports several hospitals critically damaged. Field hospitals have been set up, and mental health support remains urgently needed.