Two weeks after the earthquake that devastated regions of Venezuela and has left more than 3,500 people dead, Mexico maintains an active humanitarian air bridge to send food, medicine, and support equipment to the affected population.
The Secretariat of National Defense (Defensa) reported that this Wednesday three heavy transport aircraft of the Mexican Air Force took off from the Santa Lucía Military Air Base in the State of Mexico, bound for Simón Bolívar International Airport in Venezuela, with an additional 20 tons of aid.
With these flights, Mexico has now carried out eight air operations since the earthquake of June 24, with a total of 71.2 tons of humanitarian assistance sent to the South American country.
The mobilized cargo includes food packages, non-perishable food, medical supplies, cleaning items, and tools intended for communities affected by the disaster.
According to the federal agency, the air bridge is operated by personnel from the Army, Mexican Air Force, and National Guard, as part of the international support actions ordered after the emergency.
The earthquake on June 24 caused severe damage in various Venezuelan regions, with thousands of collapsed homes, damaged infrastructure, and a humanitarian emergency that continues search, rescue, and assistance operations.
The death toll exceeds 3,500 people, while local authorities continue efforts to care for victims and assess damage.
Mexico activated the shipment of aid via military aircraft, a capability previously used by the Mexican Armed Forces in international emergencies such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods.
"Mexican solidarity knows no borders when it comes to supporting brother countries that need it most," said Defensa, highlighting the logistical participation of the Armed Forces in transporting supplies.
