The World Boxing Association (WBA) regrets the tragedy that has struck Las Tejerías, in the state of Aragua, Venezuela caused by the torrential rains in recent days. 

Seeing the news coming from a city that is very special to the WBA has filled the pioneer body with a deep sense of sadness. The state of Aragua was home to the WBA for several years and for that reason it is closely linked to the organization. 

Venezuela has always been a very important country for the WBA and for boxing, especially Aragua, home to fighters like Liborio Solis, Ogleidis Suarez, among other great former world champions. 

Amidst these complicated and convulsive moments, the WBA prays for the comfort of the families and victims, and for those who have lost their lives or remain missing, hoping that the situation will end soon.