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Another plane packed with aid departs Miami bound for Venezuela in wake of earthquakes
By CBS Miami at CBS4 Miami
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
Another cargo plane was loaded with pallets of aid at Miami International Airport on Wednesday and departed for Venezuela to help those impacted by the deadly back-to-back earthquakes more than a week ago. CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has more from Global Empowerment Mission in Doral.
Key takeaway CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has more from Global Empowerment Mission in Doral.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami's role as a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities is once again on display as the city serves as a staging ground for relief efforts in Venezuela. The earthquakes that struck the country have left many in need of aid, and Miami's proximity and cultural ties make it a natural point of departure for these efforts. The fact that organizations like Global Empowerment Mission are based in Doral and able to mobilize quickly to send aid is a testament to the city's strong connections to the region. As the people of Venezuela work to recover from this disaster, Miami's residents can take pride in knowing that their city is playing a key role in providing support. The city's experience with responding to natural disasters, including hurricanes and flooding, may also prove valuable in informing the relief efforts in Venezuela.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Another cargo plane was loaded with pallets of aid at Miami International Airport on Wednesday and departed for Venezuela to help those impacted by the deadly back-to-back earthquakes more than a week ago. CBS News Miami’s Morgan Rynor has more from Global Empowerment Mission in Doral.
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