Venezuela Needs Your Prayers: Two Earthquakes Leave Dozens Dead and Thousands Homeless

Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes Wednesday afternoon, sending destruction across several cities and leaving communities reeling. Images from the affected areas tell a stark story: collapsed buildings, displaced families, and a nation in shock.

"This is something we have never seen before," shared one of our team members on the ground in Caracas.

In the capital alone, at least 164 people have been reported dead and almost 1,000 injured. Caracas' international airport remains closed due to severe structural damage. The cities of La Guaira and Puerto Cabello — the latter near the epicenter — are among the hardest hit, with numerous buildings and homes completely destroyed.

Our RTM* Venezuela Team Is Safe

Amid the tragedy, there is reason to give thanks to God. The RTM Venezuela team was inside the radio station when the earthquakes struck, and everyone made it out safely. “There were six of us at the station, and we went through a terrifying moment,” said Gabriel Fernandez, the executive director for RTM Venezuela. “But thank God, we all came out OK."

Power outages and drained phone batteries have made communication difficult in the hours since the earthquakes. The condition of the building is still being assessed, and we hope to share more updates soon.

Join Us in Prayer for Venezuela

At TWR, we believe prayer moves the heart of God and transforms situations. Today, Venezuela needs the church to stand together. We ask you to pray for:

• The victims and their families: for those who have lost their lives, the hundreds who are injured, and the thousands who have lost their homes in an instant.
• Our listeners in La Guaira and Puerto Cabello, cities severely impacted by the earthquakes.
• The RTM Venezuela team: for their safety, peace of mind and the swift assessment and recovery of the broadcasting facilities.
• The people of Caracas: for the thousands who spent the night in parks and plazas, waiting for news of loved ones still trapped under the rubble.
• Local authorities and rescue teams: for wisdom, resources, and strength as they respond to this emergency.
• For the people of Venezuela: that amid pain and uncertainty, they would find true and lasting hope in God.

"The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble." — Nahum 1:7

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*RTM is an acronym for Radio Trans Mundial, the Spanish-language version of TWR, or Trans World Radio.