Peru Provides Humanitarian Aid and Rescue Support to Venezuela Amid Earthquake Crisis

The Peruvian government authorized the donation of humanitarian aid to Venezuela on June 28, 2026, following a 7.2 magnitude earthquake. According to reports from RPP and El Peruano, the assistance includes the deployment of volunteer firefighters to support search and rescue operations in the affected regions.

The authorization for humanitarian aid was confirmed by RPP. This government action allows for the transfer of resources to help victims of the seismic event that struck Venezuela.

How is Peru supporting rescue efforts in Venezuela?

Peruvian volunteer firefighters are departing for Venezuela to participate in rescue tasks, according to El Comercio Perú. These specialized teams are tasked with supporting local efforts to locate and extract survivors from the rubble.

El Peruano reports that these firefighters will focus specifically on rescue operations. The deployment is part of the broader humanitarian response authorized by the Peruvian state to assist the neighboring country in the wake of the 7.2 magnitude quake.

What is the impact on Venezuelan communities in Peru?

The earthquake has caused significant distress among the Venezuelan diaspora living in Peru. In Lima, many Venezuelan residents are experiencing uncertainty as they attempt to contact and locate family members in the disaster zone, according to América TV.

In other regions, Venezuelan communities are organizing independent support efforts. Diario Correo reports that Venezuelans living in Arequipa have united to collect and send aid to the victims of the 7.2 magnitude earthquake.