Deadly Venezuela Earthquakes: 2,595+ Dead as Rescue Teams Continue Operations
Twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela in late June have killed over 2,595 people, with rescue teams continuing operations more than a week later as survivors are pulled from rubble.
Death Toll and Scale of Disaster
U.S.-backed acting President Delcy Rodríguez lashed out at critics who say authorities reacted too slowly to the twin quakes, which have killed at least 2,595 people. The earthquakes struck La Guaira and surrounding regions, causing widespread building collapses and infrastructure damage across Venezuela's affected areas.
Ongoing Rescue Efforts
Search-and-rescue teams have not given up in Venezuela, more than a week after the double earthquakes. On Thursday, a man was pulled out alive after being fed for days through a syringe, the only way to reach him through the rubble. These dramatic rescues highlight both the dangers faced by survivors trapped in collapsed structures and the determination of international rescue teams.
Damage Assessment
Satellite Images Show Over 58,000 Buildings Damaged by Venezuela Earthquakes. The extensive structural damage has displaced thousands of residents, who are now sheltering in improvised camps while awaiting government humanitarian assistance. The scale of destruction underscores the severe impact these seismic events have had on Venezuela's infrastructure and population.
International Response
Rescue operations involve personnel from multiple countries, including the United States, working alongside Venezuelan authorities to locate and extract survivors from the rubble. The ongoing effort demonstrates international solidarity in response to the humanitarian crisis.