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Portuguese consulate assists over 300 affected by earthquake in La Guaira

The Consulate General of Portugal in Caracas provided support to over 300 individuals affected by the earthquakes in La Guaira, helping with document recovery.

28 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Portuguese consulate assists over 300 affected by earthquake in La Guaira — Photo: Ajmcbarreto · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

After the two earthquakes that struck La Guaira, Venezuela, on August 24, the Consulate General of Portugal in Caracas assisted more than 300 affected citizens. This support was provided during a consular stay in Cátia La Mar, where consulate staff were present to help the Portuguese community in the region.

According to the consulate, the requests recorded by those affected were mainly related to the recovery of lost documents and the declaration of deaths. This situation has been a significant concern for the Portuguese community, given the impact of the earthquakes on the area.

The seismic events resulted in considerably high damages, affecting the lives of many citizens. The consulate's rapid response was crucial in ensuring that those affected could access the services they needed, including administrative support and documentation.

Archive photo: Portuguese consulate assists over 300 affected by earthquake in La Guaira — Archive photoPhoto: Ajmcbarreto · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Consulate officials emphasized the importance of being present in the local community to assist those facing difficulties after natural disasters. The consular stay allowed for direct and immediate contact with citizens in need.

In addition to addressing individual cases, the consulate has also been working in coordination with other local authorities and institutions to ensure an effective response to the needs of the Portuguese community in La Guaira.

Assistance remains a priority, and the consulate is prepared to provide further support as needed, as the situation evolves and the needs of those affected become clearer.

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