Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is โpreparing humanitarian assistanceโ for Venezuela following a pair of deadly earthquakesย hit the country Wednesday evening.
In a post on X, Carney offered his โsincere condolences to the loved ones of those who were lost.โ
โMy thoughts are with everyone who has been injured or displaced and with the first responders working tirelessly to save lives.โ
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The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and reported to be felt throughout the region.
Venezuelaโs Acting President Delcy Rodrรญguez said Thursday that at least 164 people have died and 971 were injured. Itโs not yet clear whether any Canadians are among those impacted.
Global News has reached out to Global Affairs Canada for comment.
More to come.
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