A powerful earthquake that hit west of Caracas, Venezuela on the previous evening has left a trail of widespread devastation, destroyed critical infrastructure, injured hundreds, and claimed multiple lives, prompting an outpouring of international sympathy from neighboring Caribbean nations.
In an official statement released following the disaster, Hon. Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of Grenada, shared his deep sorrow over the disaster’s catastrophic impacts, and extended heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Government and people of Grenada, as well as in a personal capacity, to all families who have lost loved ones in the seismic event.
Mitchell acknowledged that the long road to recovery and reconstruction after a disaster of this magnitude will present immense, long-term challenges for the South American nation. Even so, he expressed firm confidence that the well-documented resilience and unyielding fortitude of the Venezuelan people will be a driving force that speeds and strengthens the rebuilding effort.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the Government and people of Grenada stand in full solidarity with the Venezuelan people and their leadership through this difficult period. He specifically highlighted the affected community of La Guira, voicing hope that local residents will be able to rebuild their daily lives and livelihoods with sustained determination and a positive outlook, laying a solid foundation for a full and successful recovery.
Mitchell closed his statement by affirming that the thoughts and prayers of all Grenadians remain with the people of Venezuela as they begin to navigate the aftermath of the disaster and work toward recovery.
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