Over 900 Dead, Thousands Injured in Devastating Venezuelan Earthquake
Summary
A major earthquake in Venezuela has killed over 900 people and injured thousands, with rescue efforts ongoing amid overwhelming damage and shortages in the health sector.
Key Points
- Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, with the second measuring 7.5, the strongest in a century.
- More than 900 people have died and over 3,360 injured, with hundreds still trapped under rubble.
- International rescue teams and aid, including from the US with $150 million assistance, are aiding efforts.
- Venezuela's health sector is overwhelmed, and the disaster occurs amid political uncertainty following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro.
