local
Venezuelan medics fear infections from quake injuries as search for untold dead continues
By Regina Garcia Cano, Megan Janetsky And Isabel Debre, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 1, 2026
· 4 min read
A week after Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes, doctors on Wednesday said the biggest dangers now facing survivors are untreated wounds and infectious diseases.Thousands of displaced Venezuelans are sleeping in crowded shelters or outside without access to clean water amid dismal sanitary ...
Key takeaway Aid workers said the aftermath of the quakes — which Venezuelan officials say have killed more than 1,900 people — has become a major medical crisis that, unless quickly controlled, would take more lives in the days and weeks ahead.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's own experience with disaster response and recovery efforts can inform its residents about the complexities of the situation in Venezuela. The city's history of responding to natural disasters, such as floods and wildfires, has highlighted the importance of swift and coordinated medical care in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. As Venezuela struggles to provide adequate medical attention to its citizens, San Antonio's medical community can appreciate the challenges faced by Venezuelan doctors, like Eugenio Cova, who are working to treat wounds and prevent infections in crowded and unsanitary conditions. The involvement of the US military in Venezuela's relief efforts also raises questions about the potential role of San Antonio's own military bases and medical facilities in supporting international disaster response efforts. As the situation in Venezuela continues to unfold, San Antonio residents can draw parallels between the challenges faced by Venezuelan communities and their own experiences with disaster recovery.
About this story
Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . The San Antonio surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
Get more The San Antonio stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? A week after Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes, doctors on Wednesday said the biggest dangers now facing survivors are untreated wounds and infectious diseases.Thousands of displaced Venezuelans are sleeping in crowded shelters or outside without access to clean water amid dismal sanitary ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 1, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The San Antonio readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Regina Garcia Cano, Megan Janetsky And Isabel Debre, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). To learn more about how The San Antonio selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The San Antonio, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter