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Leaders and celebrities react after powerful quakes hit Venezuela
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
World leaders and Venezuelan celebrities reacted Thursday with messages of solidarity and offers of assistance after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.Wednesday evening’s 7....
Key takeaway 5-magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throughout the region.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have far-reaching implications for the Houston area, given the significant Venezuelan population in the region. Many residents in Tomball and surrounding communities have family ties to Venezuela, and the earthquakes' aftermath may lead to an influx of evacuees or refugees seeking support from local relatives and friends. As international aid efforts, including those from the US, France, and other countries, are deployed to Venezuela, local organizations and community groups in Tomball may also play a role in providing assistance to those affected. The response from celebrities like Alicia Machado, who has a large following, may also inspire local fundraising efforts or donation drives to support the relief work in Venezuela. As the situation unfolds, it will be crucial to watch how local authorities and community leaders in Tomball respond to the potential needs of Venezuelan evacuees and their families in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? World leaders and Venezuelan celebrities reacted Thursday with messages of solidarity and offers of assistance after two powerful earthquakes shook the South American nation, killing at least 164 people, injuring more than 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.Wednesday evening’s 7....
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