24 Countries Send Aid After Devastating Earthquakes in Venezuela
Summary
After two devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, 24 countries have sent humanitarian aid including relief materials, rescue teams, and emergency personnel to assist in ongoing search and relief operations.
Key Points
- Two major earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela, causing extensive damage and casualties.
- At least 1,430 people have died and thousands are injured with many families rendered homeless.
- 24 countries have sent 521 tons of relief materials, 86 special dog search teams, and over 2,700 rescue and support personnel to aid Venezuela.
- Rescue operations face challenges due to lack of heavy equipment and continuous aftershocks, complicating relief efforts.
