00:00House inspections move forward in Caracas with communal spokesperson playing a key role.
00:05Our colleague Belen de los Santos has more on the story.
00:11We arrived at the Santa Teresa Parish in Caracas, just a few meters from the Quinta Crespo Market.
00:17Since the earthquakes of June 24th, certified engineers have been working tirelessly alongside leaders from each communal council
00:25to inspect all buildings in a true territorial deployment.
00:31As a commune, we're conducting a census of residential buildings in our parish and sector, thank God.
00:38We've inspected 90% of them so far.
00:43The engineers on the brigade analyze every crack and its origin.
00:47This is not just about the damage caused by the earthquakes.
00:51They conduct a comprehensive assessment of all damage and discuss with residents the importance of ongoing maintenance.
00:58Leaks are one of the recurrent problems that can weaken the structure over time.
01:05Sometimes it's due to a lack of funding, sometimes it's negligence, and sometimes it's because if something works, we just
01:11leave it as is.
01:12But we must truly address the leaks.
01:14In this case, we are looking at housing, and leaks are the main issue.
01:18The process is sensitive and delicate.
01:21That is why the conversation between the professionals and the neighbors is essential to ensure peace of mind.
01:29When they enter the buildings, they provide clear recommendations to the residents.
01:34Because everyone is concerned, everyone is wondering what label they will be given and why it is being assigned.
01:43Green, yellow or red, each evaluation is accompanied by the necessary recommendations and follow-up.
01:49This way, the residents of Quinta Crespo regain a sense of security after the earthquake, thanks to the daily and
01:56ongoing work of the people's power.
02:00They already want to know when they can begin making the necessary repairs and whether they will undergo a second
02:06inspection, especially those with a yellow label.
02:12Many people fled in fear, but thank God most of our residents are now back in their homes thanks to
02:18these inspections,
02:19which have given them the peace of mind of knowing that their homes are not at high risk.
02:25On camera, José Luis Briseño, Belén de los Santos, for Tell Us Your English from Caracas, Venezuela.
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