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Tras los terremotos, un parque se convierte en refugio para las familias que esperan empezar de nuevo en Caracas
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 1, 2026
· 7 min read
Por Mary Trini Mena y Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
Las carpas ocupan buena parte de los espacios abiertos del Parque del Este, en Caracas. Allí, decenas de familias desplazadas por los dobles terremotos que azotaron el país hace una semana encuentran un lugar donde dormir, comer y resguarda...
Key takeaway 000 estructuras con algún tipo de daño en todo el país, según un análisis de imágenes satelitales realizado por la Universidad Estatal de Oregon.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The situation in Caracas, although not directly affecting El Paso , brings to mind the importance of disaster preparedness and community response in our own city. El Paso has experienced its share of natural disasters, and the way a community comes together to support those in need is crucial. The role of local parks and public spaces as temporary shelters, as seen in Caracas, is a scenario that could potentially play out in El Paso. It's worth considering how our city's emergency response plans and infrastructure would handle a similar situation, and whether our public spaces are equipped to provide adequate shelter and support to those affected. The outpouring of donations and volunteer efforts in Caracas is a testament to the resilience and generosity of communities in the face of disaster, and El Paso's own community has shown similar spirit in times of need.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Por Mary Trini Mena y Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
Las carpas ocupan buena parte de los espacios abiertos del Parque del Este, en Caracas. Allí, decenas de familias desplazadas por los dobles terremotos que azotaron el país hace una semana encuentran un lugar donde dormir, comer y resguarda...
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