Following the catastrophic series of earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, search-and-rescue teams from across the globe have mobilized to assist in recovery operations. Among those answering the call is Carolina Galán, a seasoned rescue handler from Boltaña, Spain, who traveled thousands of miles alongside her specialized search dog, appropriately named Perro.
Galán, an instructor with the Spanish School of Search and Rescue Dogs (Escuela Española de Perros de Salvamento) with extensive experience training units for Spain’s Civil Guard (Guardia Civil), departed for South America immediately following reports of widespread structural collapses across affected Venezuelan communities.
Specialized Canine Search Operations
In the wake of major seismic events, canine search units remain one of the most effective tools for locating individuals trapped beneath compacted urban debris.
Galán and Perro are deploying specialized air-scent and disaster rubble search techniques designed to detect live human scent amid unstable structural collapses. Her home town of Boltaña, located in the Sobrarbe region of Aragon, officially commended the duo’s deployment, highlighting their commitment to international humanitarian relief.
“When someone decides to leave behind the comfort of their home to serve those who are suffering most, it reminds us that solidarity knows no borders, languages, or distances,” expressed municipal representatives from Boltaña in an official tribute.
A Devastating Humanitarian Situation
Local disaster management authorities and international health agencies continue to coordinate emergency response efforts across Venezuela, where the earthquakes have left thousands injured and caused severe damage to critical infrastructure.
For families awaiting news of missing relatives beneath the ruins, the arrival of experienced international handlers like Galán brings vital expertise to ongoing search efforts.
As recovery operations persist in challenging field conditions, Galán and Perro continue their mission alongside international emergency crews, providing a critical lifeline of hope and technical assistance to communities in crisis.
CARTV Report on Carolina Galán and Perro’s Mission in Venezuela
This video report highlights Carolina Galán’s departure from Boltaña, Spain, alongside her rescue dog Perro as they join international search and recovery efforts in Venezuela.