The members of the 37-member Cuban rescue brigade and three dogs. Who supported search and rescue efforts after the intense earthquakes in Venezuela received the “Heroes of Venezuela” medal this Friday.
Along with representatives from six other countries—Costa Rica, Panama, El Salvador, Mexico, Turkey, and Vietnam—. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez presented the medal to Lieutenant Colonel Rubén Pupo, head of the mission. Also who accepted it on behalf of his fellow citizens.
The award was also presented by the president to Choco, Evan, and Tito. The three expert search and rescue dogs who accompanied the Cuban specialists. Who arrived in Venezuela in two groups at the request of the Bolivarian government.
In addition, the acting head of state delivered a letter of gratitude to the Cuban ambassador in Caracas, Jorge Mayo. Expressing her appreciation to Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel and his government for their solidarity and humanitarian contribution. In the face of what is considered the “greatest natural disaster” in the nation’s history.
Last week, Foreign Minister Yván Gil, on behalf of his government and the people of Venezuela. Expressed his profound gratitude to the Cuban rescuers who arrived to assist in the search and rescue efforts. For those affected by the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes that struck on June 24th.
With this specialized personnel—rescue workers, doctors, forensic experts, and members of the Henry Reeve Brigade. Cuba reinforced its aid to the Venezuelan people. Who immediately received support and assistance from the Medical Mission working in all 24 states of the country. And continuing to provide its healthcare services.
The Venezuelan government reported in its official statement this Friday. The death toll from the earthquakes has risen to 2,646, with 12,666 injured and 6,462 rescued so far.
It also reported that some 86,117 families have received assistance. While 15,050 people have been left homeless. The official report stated that 885 buildings have been affected. Also 189 of which have completely collapsed, most of them in the state of La Guaira.
With information from Prensa Latina
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