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Bay Area Venezuelans raising money for victims in their home country
By KTVU FOX 2 News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
As thousands of people are still not accounted for in Venezuela, families in the Bay Area are still trying to reach their loved ones. Meanwhile, the aftershocks continue near Caracas, where people on the ground describe the most devastating back to back earthquakes the country has seen in over a ...
Key takeaway Meanwhile, the aftershocks continue near Caracas, where people on the ground describe the most devastating back to back earthquakes the country has seen in over a century.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The Bay Area's Venezuelan community is coming together to support those affected by the devastating earthquakes in their home country. This effort is particularly significant in San Francisco , where a sizable Venezuelan population has established roots. As families here struggle to contact their loved ones in Venezuela, the emotional toll is evident. The city's strong sense of community and philanthropic spirit is now being channeled into fundraising efforts to provide aid to victims. San Francisco's experience with natural disasters, including earthquakes, has also fostered a unique understanding of the challenges faced by those in Venezuela. This connection may facilitate more effective and targeted support from the Bay Area, as locals draw on their own experiences to inform relief efforts and provide meaningful assistance to those in need. The response from the Bay Area's Venezuelan community will be crucial in the coming days and weeks.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? As thousands of people are still not accounted for in Venezuela, families in the Bay Area are still trying to reach their loved ones. Meanwhile, the aftershocks continue near Caracas, where people on the ground describe the most devastating back to back earthquakes the country has seen in over a ...
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