Earthquakes exposed Venezuela’s weak emergency medical system, New York Times reports

Last week, Venezuela experienced back-to-back earthquakes that severely impacted the coastal state of La Guaira. These natural disasters resulted in power outages at two of the three public hospitals in the area, according to the director of the nonprofit organization “United Doctors of Venezuela.” The situation highlights the vulnerability of essential infrastructure in the face of natural calamities. Genevieve Glatsky, a reporter for the New York Times, discussed the aftermath and challenges faced by the affected communities with CBS News. The earthquakes underscore the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure to ensure that critical services like hospitals remain operational during emergencies. This situation is a stark reminder of the importance of robust emergency response systems in safeguarding public health and safety. QUESTION: How might communities better prepare their infrastructure to withstand natural disasters like earthquakes?