Pablo Venes

Pablo Venes in an independent journalist covering weather, healthcare, and social justice in Puerto Rico.

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Study: Hurricane Maria Deadlier Than Katrina, 9/11 Combined

The Puerto Rican government’s death toll for a storm is just 64. Researchers who surveyed residents estimate the real toll is 70 times higher.

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DARK

Puerto Rico Can’t Get Supplies to Turn on the Power

The goal was power by Christmas. Now it’s been pushed to March, because even the Army can’t get what it needs.

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HEROES AND HEROINES

It’s Up to Nurses Left to Feed Starving Puerto Ricans

Barely half of the island has drinkable water, leaving volunteers from the mainland to provide the basic necessities of life while the federal government lags behind.

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WOOF

Thousands of Pets Left Behind in Puerto Rico

Animals larger than 20 pounds aren’t being allowed on planes, forcing families to choose between their two- and four-legged loved ones. Meanwhile, shelters are overflowing.

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