Post by : Badri Ariffin

The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has initiated an urgent humanitarian mission to aid those impacted by the severe earthquakes in Venezuela, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude across northwestern and central regions.

This response has been coordinated with the Qatari government and various international Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations.

Rapid Response and Monitoring Efforts

In the aftermath of the tremors, QRCS activated its Disaster Information Management Center (DIMC) to assess the humanitarian landscape, keeping communication lines open with the Venezuelan Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.

Delivery of 24 Tons of Essential Supplies

Acting on directives from HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, a Qatari relief flight delivered 24 tons of supplies to Venezuela.

The shipment included:

• Medicines
• Medical supplies
• Hygiene kits

This aid was dispatched in response to urgent requests from the IFRC and the United Nations.

Medical and Search Teams Deployed

Alongside the supplies, the relief team included medical personnel and humanitarian specialists.

The mission comprised:

• Qatari International Search and Rescue Group from Lekhwiya (Internal Security Force)
• Medical delegation from Hamad Medical Corporation
• Relief and medical professionals from QRCS

From Hamad Medical Corporation, specialists included:

• Anesthesiologists
• Plastic Surgery Consultants
• Orthopedic Specialists

The QRCS teams featured:

• Emergency Medicine Doctors
• General Surgery Experts
• Orthopedic Surgeons
• Disaster Response Specialists
• Psychosocial Support Staff

Fundraising Initiative for Extended Support

In light of the extensive damage and hardships faced by those in the affected regions, QRCS has initiated a fundraising drive to augment relief efforts and address ongoing humanitarian demands.

Mohamed Bader Al Sada, Assistant Secretary-General for Relief and International Development at QRCS, noted that this initiative embodies Qatar’s longstanding commitment to provide aid during crises. The goal is to enhance support, tackle scarce local resources, prevent further loss of life, and bring hope back to affected families.

Ways to Contribute

QRCS has established several avenues for public donations:

• Website: https://qrcs.qa/R-Venezuela
• QRCS Mobile App
• Donor Service: 66666364
• Home Collection Service: 33998898
• Donation Desks in Malls and Shopping Centers

Al Sada highlighted the importance of public contributions in providing essential aid, shelter, and medical support to those in dire need in Venezuela.

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