AGP Executive Report

Severe Flooding in Caracas: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez ordered Venezuela’s Civil Protection system activated after Tropical Wave No. 40 triggered torrential rains across Greater Caracas, hitting neighborhoods like El Valle, La Vega, San Antonio, Coche and Altamira, with emergency teams clearing roads, removing debris and monitoring rivers. Missing People and Vehicle Traps: Reports say at least six people were missing as swollen waterways swept through streets and the Valle-Coche highway, where dozens of vehicles were trapped after extreme downpours. Metro and Power Disruptions: Caracas Metro restored full commercial service on Aug. 23 after flooding, while authorities continued preventive maintenance on Metrocable and worked to restore mobility. Weather Alerts Continue: INAMEH warned of ongoing rainfall and electrical activity, and said two new tropical waves could bring more storms this week, with heavier impacts expected in parts of Bolivar, Amazonas, Anzoátegui, Monagas, Lara, Zulia and the Andes. Climate Awareness Push: PSUV also rolled out a “Climate and Energy Awareness” campaign in communities in Aragua, linking environmental protection to responsible resource use.

Climate & Energy Outreach: PSUV rolled out a “Climate and Energy Awareness” push in Aragua (Bolívar and José Félix Ribas) and Cojedes (El Muertico), urging more responsible resource use and environmental protection. Extreme Weather & Flood Response: Tropical Wave 40 brought heavy rain and electrical activity across parts of Venezuela, prompting Civil Protection activation in Greater Caracas and emergency deployments to clear roads, remove fallen trees, and keep rivers monitored. Metro & Transport Recovery: Caracas Metro fully restored commercial service on Aug. 23 after flooding, while Metrocable stayed closed temporarily for maintenance. Weather Watch: INAMEH reported partial cloud cover with rainfall and storms in multiple regions and warned conditions could persist for hours; authorities also warned Venezuela may face two new tropical waves after recent flooding. Wildlife Protection: Isla de Aves marked 54 years since being declared a Wildlife Refuge, highlighting its role as a key green turtle breeding area and its protected marine zone.

Severe Rain Response in Caracas: Venezuela’s Civil Protection and capital authorities deployed about 700 prevention officials after Tropical Wave No. 40 triggered heavy downpours, flooding, and power disruptions, with crews clearing the Valle-Coche highway, removing fallen trees, and monitoring rivers and streams as more storms were forecast. Weather Watch (Central Region): INAMEH issued an alert for moderate to heavy rainfall with electric shocks across parts of the central region, urging residents to prepare for rising flows while risk-management teams stayed on standby. Wildlife & Marine Protection: On Aug. 23, 1972, Isla de Aves was declared a Wildlife Refuge—just 4.5 hectares of white sand and coral barrier that supports major green turtle reproduction and extends Venezuela’s Caribbean EEZ by 200 nautical miles. Waste Cleanup After Earthquakes (La Guaira): The Ecosocialism ministry said debris shredding and recycling from the June twin quakes will continue for about a year, with roughly 2.1 million tons collected and large volumes already moved and crushed. Biodiversity Policy: Venezuela’s National Assembly advanced a bill to join an international alliance for big cats, aiming to protect key species and habitats and strengthen anti-poaching and habitat recovery.

Tropical Wave 40 & Greater Caracas: Delcy Rodríguez ordered the immediate activation of the Civil Protection System after intense rains linked to Tropical Wave No. 40 triggered incidents across El Valle, Coche, Altamira, Antímano, La Vega and San Antonio, with institutions deployed for rapid response. Weather Watch: INAMEH warned of moderate-to-heavy rainfall with electric shocks in Venezuela’s Central Region, affecting parts of Guárico, Miranda, Capital District, La Guaira, Aragua, Carabobo and Cojedes, saying conditions may persist for about two more hours. Earthquake Recovery & Waste Processing: La Guaira’s quake debris sorting, shredding and recycling is set to continue for a year; the Ecosocialism minister said about 2.1 million tons have been collected, with crushing reducing material volume by around 80%, and called for more businesses with processing tech to join the effort. Biodiversity in Mangroves: Venezuelan researchers are evaluating fish abundance and sizes around mangrove roots in Mochima National Park (Sucre/Anzoátegui), highlighting species like grouper, parrotfish, barracuda and seahorse to support protection and sustainable fishing. Wildlife Conservation Policy: The National Assembly advanced a framework agreement for the International Alliance of Big Cats, aiming to protect key species and habitats and strengthen anti-poaching monitoring and scientific data exchange. Telecom Access (Sanctions-Linked): The U.S. authorized new investments in Venezuela’s telecommunications infrastructure, potentially helping upgrade networks and improve connectivity. Regulatory Update: CONATEL approved new titles and renewals for telecom providers, including high-speed internet and IPTV/OTT services, to expand and improve access.

Earthquake cleanup in La Guaira: Venezuela’s Ecosocialism ministry says debris shredding and recycling from the June 24 quakes will run for about a year, with roughly 2.1 million tons collected so far; officials report crushing and sorting to cut material volume and call for faster private-sector help from firms with shredding and screening tech. Airport recovery, operations testing: At Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, provisional terminals are undergoing operational simulations with airlines to validate check-in, security, air-conditioning, passenger flow, and baggage handling—aiming for about 30% of pre-quake capacity. Biodiversity protection: The National Assembly approved Venezuela’s entry into an International Alliance of Big Cats framework, targeting conservation and habitat recovery for species including jaguars and pumas, plus stronger anti-poaching and wildlife monitoring. Mangrove fish research: Venezuelan researchers are evaluating fish abundance and sizes linked to mangrove roots in Mochima National Park to support protection and the fishing economy. Agriculture for climate resilience: Confeagro reports sorghum planting expansion in Guárico (plus more planned in Portuguesa and Anzoátegui) as a heat-tolerant, gluten-free cereal to stabilize domestic supply. Multilateral cooperation: Venezuela’s foreign ministry continues talks with CAF, UNAIDS, PAHO, and UNICEF to strengthen health, social protection, and sustainable development work.

Earthquake Recovery in La Guaira: Venezuela’s Ecosocialism ministry says debris sorting, shredding and recycling tied to the June 24 quakes will run for about a year, with roughly 2.1 million tons collected so far and crushing aimed at cutting occupied volume by around 80%. Private Sector Call: MINEC is inviting businesses with crushing/screening tech to join the Venezuela Renace plan for turning quake debris into usable materials. Airport Resilience: Operational tests have started at provisional terminals at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, targeting check-in, security protocols, air-conditioning and passenger flow ahead of limited capacity. Biodiversity & Wildlife Protection: The National Assembly approved, in first discussion, a framework agreement to join an International Alliance of Big Cats, aiming to protect key species and habitats and strengthen anti-poaching and habitat recovery. Marine Research in the East: Venezuelan researchers are evaluating fish abundance and diversity linked to mangrove roots in Mochima National Park, supporting protection of nursery and breeding areas. International Cooperation: Venezuela’s foreign ministry met with partners including CAF, UNAIDS, PAHO and UNICEF to align cooperation on health, social protection and sustainable development. Agriculture for Heat Resilience: Confeagro reports sorghum planting of over 2,300 hectares in Guárico, with more planned in Portuguesa and Anzoátegui to diversify cereals under high-temperature pressures.

Earthquake recovery & waste management: Venezuela’s Ecosocialism ministry says it has collected and treated 2.1 million tons of debris from the June 24 quakes, aiming to turn rubble into reconstruction inputs under the Venezuela Renace Plan—with daily waste now stabilized around 280–300 tons and collection/classification/shredding expected to last up to a year. Coastal biodiversity & fisheries: Researchers at Mochima National Park (Sucre–Anzoátegui) are evaluating fish abundance and sizes linked to mangrove roots, stressing these ecosystems as breeding and nursery habitat for commercial species. Land degradation & desertification policy: Venezuela is participating in COP17 in Mongolia to push plans against soil degradation, with officials working on commitments tied to biodiversity protection and food security. Climate risk for livestock: In Apure, cattle and buffalo producers are launching El Niño drought contingency steps—reserving pastures, adapting water sources, and adjusting herd pressure using regenerative practices. Community media & resilience: The government delivered technical equipment to community radio stations in Caracas to strengthen local information networks after the earthquakes. Aviation restart: Operational tests began at provisional terminals at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía to restore passenger and security systems after runway damage.

Disaster Waste Management: Venezuela’s Ecosocialism ministry says it has collected and treated about 2.1 million tons of earthquake debris since the June 24 seismic emergency, aiming to turn rubble into reconstruction inputs under the Venezuela Renace Plan and reduce landfill pressure. Earthquake Preparedness & Public Health: A new report warns Venezuela entered the quake period with an immunization shortfall, noting vaccine coverage for key shots fell below targets in 2025, raising the risk of vaccine-preventable outbreaks after disasters. Climate Risk for Rural Livelihoods: In Apure, cattle and buffalo producers launched an El Niño contingency plan—protecting pasture reserves, adapting water sources, and adjusting herd loads to limit land pressure during drought. Land Degradation & Biodiversity: Venezuela is at COP17 (desertification) in Mongolia, pushing commitments tied to soil restoration, biodiversity protection, food security, and environmental justice. Energy & Environment Link: The government also moved to expand oil services and drilling capacity via new deals, while recovery pressures and power constraints remain a backdrop for environmental and infrastructure stress.

Immunization Gap After Quakes: A new WHO/UNICEF WUENIC snapshot says Venezuela’s vaccine coverage fell again in 2025, with multiple key shots (including pneumococcal and rotavirus) not reaching the government’s targets and public funding dropping sharply—raising the risk of outbreaks after the recent earthquakes. Power Crisis and El Niño Strain: Residents describe daily, unpredictable blackouts across Venezuela, with rationing stretching to 6–11 hours and protests erupting as the grid struggles and El Niño-linked drought and heat complicate recovery. El Niño Preparedness in the Region: The U.S. plans to send the hospital ship USNS Comfort to Peru’s Pacific coast in February 2027, aiming to prevent and respond to El Niño impacts—an approach echoed by a broader regional “road map” with civil society and business. Oil Sector Restart Signals: Venezuela moves to reactivate production and services, with SLB and Hunt Oil among the early U.S. partners signing agreements, while executives say importing rigs and equipment remains a major hurdle. Post-Earthquake Recovery on the Ground: Venezuela’s acting government rolls out construction-worker training and delivers new housing and credits for quake-hit communities, including commercial reopening support in La Guaira.

El Niño & disaster response: The U.S. plans to send the hospital ship USNS Comfort to Peru’s Pacific coast in Feb. 2027 as El Niño peaks, with a road map for equipment, expertise and overflights to prevent and respond to impacts. Earthquake recovery in Venezuela: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez rolled out a second phase of financing for La Guaira entrepreneurs after the June 24 double earthquake, while the government also delivered 48 new apartments in Caracas and launched a National Training Program for construction workers (plumbers, masons, electricians, carpenters) via the Homeland system. Energy & environment in the region: Venezuela’s Tocoma hydroelectric plant is being reactivated to add 160 MW with U.S. support, and Texas-based SLB and Hunt Oil signed early contracts with PDVSA—both moves with clear climate and local-environment stakes. Coasts & wildlife: In Colombia’s La Guajira, Indigenous Wayuu fishers are working with marine biologists to document sharks and shift away from finning, using safer fishing practices. Tourism infrastructure: Nueva Esparta officials inspected works on Margarita Island, including the Simplicio Rodríguez Tourist Walk and Pampatar Pier upgrades, aiming to support a more sustainable tourism economy.

Energy & Power: Venezuela is moving to stabilize its grid by reactivating the Tocoma hydroelectric plant in Bolívar, aiming to add 160 MW within 90 days, with U.S. technical and diplomatic support and plans tied to modernizing Macagua. Climate & Food Risks: A “super El Niño” is forecast to intensify, with analysts warning it could push food prices up across regions from Brazil to Indonesia, raising pressure on vulnerable households. Disaster Response (Regional): One week after Colombia’s Aug. 10 7.4 quake, reported deaths and damage continue to climb, while rebuilding and aid delivery face mounting controversies and logistical strain across Colombia, Venezuela, and nearby countries. Humanitarian Funding (Venezuela-linked): The UK Disasters Emergency Committee marks 60 years since its first televised earthquake appeal and says it is raising major funds for Venezuela earthquake recovery. Wildlife/Environment (Venezuela): A report highlights a rare eagle ray discovery in Venezuela, adding to growing interest in local marine biodiversity.

Hydropower & grid resilience: Venezuela is reactivating the Tocoma hydroelectric plant in Bolívar to add 160 MW to the power system within 90 days, with work tied to completing Tocoma and modernizing Macagua, aiming to ease prolonged blackouts. Climate & food shocks: A “super El Niño” is forecast to be the strongest on record, with knock-on effects for rainfall, hydropower, and food prices across regions that trade with Latin America. Biodiversity & forests: A global ranking highlights the countries with the most forest cover in 2025, underscoring how a small set of nations holds most of the world’s forest carbon and habitat. Disaster response & lessons: One week after a major Colombia earthquake, losses and missing persons continue to mount, while debates swirl around the adequacy of international aid and recovery priorities—relevant for Venezuela’s own quake preparedness. Wildlife note: Researchers spotlight the American eel’s long migration route, including its passage through freshwater barriers—an indicator of ecosystem connectivity health.

Energy Rationing in Caracas: Venezuela’s shopping centers union (CAVECECO) and the National Executive agreed to extend an eight-week energy savings plan to blunt El Niño impacts, adding Caracas to rationing schedules for the first time (12:00–16:00 and 18:00–22:00) while aiming for system stabilization by October. Electricity Enforcement: PSUV leader Diosdado Cabello said cryptocurrency mining is “totally prohibited” under the Super Child climate emergency, citing electricity use and reporting by citizens. Seismic Housing Response: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez delivered 48 earthquake-resistant apartments in Caracas’s Tiuna City complex for 177 people, bringing the site to 287 housing solutions for 897 residents. Agriculture Support: The Scientific-Peasant Alliance reported technical training and equipment support for rural producers in Sucre, including pig feed pelleting, cocoa processing, and soil-focused fermentation for fruit puree. Biodiversity Note: A feature highlights Venezuela’s Lake Maracaibo as the home of Catatumbo lightning, a recurring natural phenomenon tied to local geography and storms.

Energy & El Niño Response: Venezuela’s Chamber of Shopping Centers (CAVECECO) and the National Executive agreed to extend an eight-week energy savings plan, with Caracas added to rationing schedules for the first time (12:00–16:00 and 18:00–22:00) to stabilize the national electricity system by October. Seismic Recovery & Resilience: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez delivered 48 earthquake-resistant apartments in Caracas for 177 people, as part of the “Venezuela Rises” plan—while broader regional quake fears continue after Venezuela and Colombia’s recent strong events. Weather Watch: INAMEH forecasts rains from tropical waves 38 and 39 (Aug. 17–22), with heavier totals in the East, Central, Western Plains, South, Andes, and states including Zulia and Amazonas. Rural Production Support: The Scientific-Peasant Alliance and partners delivered technical training and tools to 11 producers and 40 workers in Benítez and Arismendi, boosting soil and food-processing practices. Digital Sovereignty: CONATEL began training to implement DNSSEC security on Venezuela’s ccTLD.ve platforms across multiple ministries, aiming to protect critical infrastructure. Energy Rules & Environment: PSUV leader Diosdado Cabello says cryptocurrency mining is “totally banned” under electricity-saving measures, warning it consumes power needed for households. Natural Wonder: Lake Maracaibo’s “Catatumbo Lightning” remains a nightly scientific spectacle, striking dozens of times per minute on hundreds of nights each year.

Severe Weather Watch: INAMEH says tropical waves 38 and 39 will bring rains of varying intensity across Venezuela from Aug. 17–22, with totals above 60 mm, especially in the East, Central, Western Plains, South, Andes, and states like Zulia, Amazonas, western Bolívar and northeastern Guiana Esequiba; the heaviest days are expected on the 17th, 18th and 23rd, with afternoon and night downpours. Flood Risk in Caracas: Two female minors died in western Caracas after floodwaters swept them away in La Vega parish, as tropical rains and fallen trees disrupted roads. Earthquake Anxiety: New reports link recent Venezuela and Colombia quakes to broader seismic fears for Peru, where experts warn accumulated energy could eventually trigger a major event. Disaster Relief Fundraising: Cisneros and Venevision announced Teleton Venevision 2026 “United for Venezuela” on Oct. 17 to raise emergency earthquake recovery aid with United Way Venezuela and DVC. Energy/Environment Angle: ONGC secured a U.S. OFAC license to resume full operations in Venezuela, potentially affecting future oil development and related environmental pressures.

Flooding in Caracas: Two female minors died after tropical-rain floodwaters swept through La Vega parish in western Caracas; firefighters recovered both bodies and crews cleared fallen trees and debris as Venezuela’s meteorology institute warned of increasing rain. Disaster response tech: The UAE highlighted satellite-based tools and its role in the International Charter: Space and Major Disasters to speed damage assessment and relief coordination after earthquakes like those in the region. Earthquake risk context: A week of major quakes abroad—Indonesia’s 7.7 Flores event and Colombia’s 7.4 western quake—keeps pressure on preparedness and rapid information systems that can also matter for Venezuela’s own seismic planning. Energy & environment link: ONGC secured a U.S. OFAC license to resume full Venezuela operations, potentially expanding work in San Cristobal and Carabobo—an environmental watch item as production ramps up. Climate policy debate: An ecosocialism interview argues nature must be central to socialist planning, not treated as a side issue—relevant as El Niño-linked extremes loom.