Utility shortages in Venezuela and ammonia leak in Argentina

In El Tigre, Venezuela, residents of the La Charneca sector continue to face utility shortages one month after a gas explosion caused by a leak. In addition to the lack of direct gas supply, the community is experiencing electricity outages and water shortages. VDGAS crews are currently working to replace and install new pipelines in several streets, affecting approximately 30 homes. Officials are inspecting internal installations, as many existing connections are outdated or fail to meet safety standards. Residents have been informed that they may need to perform private network adjustments to restore service, though it remains unclear if these repairs will incur additional costs.

Regarding the human impact of the explosion, 20-year-old José Doumond, who suffered burns, has been discharged from medical observation after 19 days. His family reported that his medical treatment has cost approximately $2,000.

In Mar del Plata, Argentina, an ammonia leak at a plant near the Las Avenidas and Villa Lourdes neighborhoods caused alarm among local residents due to strong odors and breathing difficulties. Emergency services, including firefighters and the Buenos Aires Ecological Police, responded to the scene. The leak was eventually controlled, and authorities determined that a full evacuation of the area was not necessary.