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Metro Atlanta Venezuelan immigrants heartbroken as earthquakes devastate homeland
By Tom Regan at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
As frantic search and recovery efforts mount in earthquake ravaged Venezuela, metro Atlanta Venezuelan immigrants with loved ones stranded and missing amid the rubble say it’s a heartbreaking situation.“My mother cried. When we see the video, it’s really, really hard.” said Jeannel Edghill.Edghil...
Key takeaway Nearly 200 people have been killed and more than 1,500 injured.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have sent shockwaves through metro Atlanta's Venezuelan community, with many locals having loved ones affected by the disaster. For business owners like Jeannel Edghill, who owns a Venezuelan restaurant in Peachtree Corners, the tragedy hits close to home. Edghill's brother and family have lost their home, and she struggles to focus on running her business amidst the suffering in her homeland. The situation highlights the strong ties between Atlanta's Venezuelan community and their homeland, with many locals having family members and friends affected by the disaster. As the community comes together to support those affected, local organizations and businesses may play a crucial role in providing aid and relief efforts. The Venezuelan restaurant in Peachtree Corners, for example, could potentially serve as a hub for fundraising and support efforts, demonstrating the community's resilience and solidarity in the face of tragedy.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? As frantic search and recovery efforts mount in earthquake ravaged Venezuela, metro Atlanta Venezuelan immigrants with loved ones stranded and missing amid the rubble say it’s a heartbreaking situation.“My mother cried. When we see the video, it’s really, really hard.” said Jeannel Edghill.Edghil...
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