Madeira Diaspora Council Expresses Deep Sympathy for Earthquake Victims in Venezuela
Madeira GuideThe Madeira Diaspora Council has expressed profound sympathy and sorrow for the victims of the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. The council recognizes the tragedy's impact on the Portuguese and Madeiran communities.
The Madeira Diaspora Council has issued a heartfelt statement expressing its deepest sympathy and sorrow for the victims of the devastating earthquakes that struck the Caracas region, particularly the State of La Guaira, in Venezuela.
These earthquakes have resulted in numerous fatalities, injuries, and missing persons, causing a significant humanitarian crisis. The Council's statement highlights the tragedy's impact on the Portuguese and Madeiran communities, especially given the confirmation of nine Portuguese and lusodescendent victims.
For generations, Venezuela has been a welcoming home to thousands of Madeirans who have established their lives, families, and careers there. This has created enduring human and emotional ties between the two peoples, making this disaster all the more poignant for those connected to Madeira.
In this period of mourning and hardship, the Council extends its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to all those injured. The Council also acknowledges the efforts of rescue teams, Venezuelan and Portuguese authorities, and international aid workers who are actively assisting the affected populations.
The Council of the Madeiran Diaspora stands in solidarity with the grieving communities in Portugal and around the world, reinforcing the bonds of friendship, fraternity, and closeness that unite the people of Madeira with those in Venezuela.
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