US public radio; first to confirm the $300m total and Jarrard appointment, with Venezuelan government reaction
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NPR · United States · 100 USAF airmen begin repairs at Caracas airport; 130 Marines en route to reopen La Guaira port
Reports total US commitment surpassing $300 million, including $200 million for partner organisations and UNOCHA, with Marine Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard appointed to coordinate the US military response. Notes more than 300 US search and rescue personnel are now working on the ground in Venezuela, alongside 44 international USAR teams totalling 2,245 specialists and 140 search dogs.
“The U.S. has pledged more than $300 million in earthquake relief to Venezuela, including military logistics assets and humanitarian funding.”