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State Department deploys disaster response teams, $150M in aid after Venezuela quakes
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: ABC 12 , as published by KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway In addition to the teams, the State Department is providing $150M in aid to help with recovery efforts.
The State Department has taken action in response to recent earthquakes in Venezuela. Disaster response teams have been deployed to the affected area. In addition to the teams, the State Department is providing $150M in aid to help with recovery efforts.
For more information on the situation and the State Department's response, readers can visit KTXS, the ABC affiliate in Abilene , Texas, for further details and updates.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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