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Alicia Machado’s Mother and Brother Rescued After Venezuela Earthquakes

Alicia Machado's family members experienced critical moments after the collapse caused by the Venezuela earthquakes 2026.
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Alicia Machado’s Mother and Brother Rescued After Venezuela Earthquakes
Foto: Mezcalent
  • Alicia Machado’s family rescued
  • Earthquakes cause family distress
  • Family member remains missing

The recent earthquakes in Venezuela not only caused material damage but also left behind human stories marked by fear and survival.

Among them is the testimony of Alicia Machado, who revealed the moments of anguish her relatives experienced during the collapse of a building.

The actress explained that her mother and brother were inside the structure when the collapse occurred after the earthquakes.

The incident forced a desperate evacuation amid the chaos, with dozens of people trying to leave at the same time.

An evacuation marked by vulnerability

Familia de Alicia Machado rescatada, Alicia Machado’s Mother and Brother Rescued After Venezuela Earthquakes
Alicia Machado’s Mother and Brother Rescued After Venezuela Earthquakes-Photo: Mezcalent

The situation became even more critical due to her brother’s health condition, as he has limited mobility.

“My brother has a disability and for some time he has been quite sick,” the former Miss Universe explained.

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Despite living on a lower floor, the evacuation became more difficult because of his condition, as he uses crutches to move around.

The situation became more dangerous as the crowd rushed down from the upper levels of the building.

The heroic act that saved a life

Amid the panic, an unexpected gesture changed the outcome of the story.

Alicia Machado explained that an unknown young man stepped in during the most critical moment to help her brother.

“We don’t know who he was, we only know that he was a young man named Daniel. He grabbed my brother and carried him out of the building.”

Thanks to this action, her brother was able to escape alive, avoiding being trapped inside the collapsed structure.

Alicia Machado’s family safe, but uncertainty remains

Although her mother and brother managed to reach safety, the tragedy left the family with an additional concern.

The actress confirmed that one of her uncles remains missing after the natural disaster that struck the region.

The uncertainty adds to the emotional impact left by an experience of this kind on those who live through it closely.

Search operations continue as the country faces the consequences of another seismic event.

Venezuela is marked by recent tragedy

The earthquakes that occurred on June 24 reignited fear in different areas of Venezuela.

Several structures were affected, highlighting the vulnerability of some buildings during events of great magnitude.

Stories like Machado’s family situation reflect the human impact beyond official figures.

As rescue efforts continue, the country remains alert for possible aftershocks and the evolution of the emergency, according to Univisión.