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U.S. Southern Command
07/03/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/03/2026 11:13
RELEASE: Update on SOUTHCOM support to Venezuela earthquake relief, July 3
NOTE: U.S. Southern Command will continue posting and publishing future updates on the U.S. military's ongoing support to the State Department-led U.S. government earthquake relief response in Venezuela on its official social media accounts, https://www.southcom.mil, and https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/VenezuelaEarthquakeResponse.
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Today, a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo aircraft will transport the last of 10 U.S. Marine Corps Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacements (MTVRs) supporting distribution operations to assist disaster victims and relief personnel. When deployed during relief operations in the aftermath of a disaster, MTVR crews and fleets shift from their conventional mission to supporting the primary logistical lifelines that deliver urgently needed assistance to devastated communities.
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U.S. Air Force C-17 and C-130 cargo aircraft continue transporting personnel, supplies, and equipment needed for ongoing assistance efforts.
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At Simón Bolívar International Airport, the U.S. military's Humanitarian Assistance Coordination Center (HACC) is working closely with local authorities, the State Department, Allies, partners and other agencies on the ground to support the rapid delivery of assistance to disaster victims.
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The Contingency Response Element (CRE), also at the international airport, continues to support the safe and gradual resumption of air traffic and airfield operations.
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U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Army vertical-lift and rotary-wing aircraft are conducting airlift and transport flights, including the delivery of pre-packaged, self-contained meals for earthquake survivors and displaced citizens.
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USS Fort Lauderdale remains at the Port of La Guaira, supporting critical communications and serving as a distribution node.
The U.S. military is closely coordinating with the U.S. State Department, Venezuelan disaster response personnel, and other partners and Allies contributing to the ongoing international relief effort.
Information about the U.S. Marine Corps Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) Fleet
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