Son rescues father and brothers after June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela

After a series of tremors struck the region on June 24, local emergency services reported significant damage to residential areas and infrastructure. Among those responding was former firefighter Jesus Garcia, who, after retiring from the fire department, found himself thrust into a personal rescue mission when the quakes compromised his family home. Garcia coordinated efforts to locate his father and two younger brothers, navigating collapsed walls and debris while communicating with first‑responders to secure additional assistance.

Garcia’s quick actions enabled rescuers to reach his father, who sustained minor injuries, and his brothers, who were unharmed but trapped for several hours. Authorities confirmed that the family’s residence was among dozens of structures deemed unsafe, and a temporary shelter was established for displaced residents. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by communities recovering from the June 24 earthquakes, as volunteers and former professionals alike continue to aid in rescue and recovery operations.