The death toll from two successive earthquakes that struck Venezuela has climbed to 1,430, with more than 51,000 people still unaccounted for, according to officials. Rescue teams are scrambling to find survivors within the critical 72-hour survival window after the quakes hit the coastal area of La Guaira on Wednesday.
Rescuers Race Against Time
Rescuers are working tirelessly to locate survivors trapped under rubble. The 72-hour window, considered the period with the highest chance of finding alive victims, is rapidly closing. Authorities have not yet provided an update on the number of people rescued so far.
Magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 Quakes
The first earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.2, was followed shortly by a second tremor measuring 7.5. Both struck the coastal region of La Guaira, causing widespread destruction. Buildings collapsed, infrastructure was damaged, and many areas remain inaccessible.
International Aid
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez expressed gratitude to various countries that have sent rescue groups to assist in the search and recovery efforts. The international community has mobilized quickly, offering support and resources to help Venezuela cope with the disaster.
Ongoing Search Operations
Search operations continue day and night, with teams using heavy equipment and sniffer dogs to locate survivors. The government has set up emergency shelters and medical facilities to treat the injured and provide aid to displaced families.
The twin earthquakes have left a trail of devastation in La Guaira and surrounding areas. As the rescue effort enters its most critical phase, the world watches and hopes for more survivors to be found.
