South Florida Search and Rescue Teams Deploy to Venezuela Following Earthquakes
Two highly skilled search and rescue teams from South Florida, comprising 80 members each from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue's Task Force 1 and USAR Task Force 2 (including K9 units), are deploying to Venezuela to assist with search and rescue operations…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 26, 2026 — Two elite search and rescue teams from South Florida are deploying to Venezuela to aid in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes. The U.S. Department of State activated the deployment of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Task Force 1 and USAR Task Force 2, each consisting of 80 highly skilled members, including K9 units.
The situation in Venezuela has been described as dire, with a significant death toll reported and thousands of individuals still missing following the seismic events. The specialized teams are equipped with advanced tools and expertise necessary for locating survivors trapped within collapsed structures.
The deployment is intended to provide critical search and rescue assistance in the affected regions. Both task forces are prepared to remain in Venezuela for an initial period of two weeks to conduct their operations.
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