Venezuela quake death toll nears 1,500 as rescue work goes on
Summary
Rescue efforts continue after twin earthquakes strike Venezuela, with death toll approaching 1,500 and thousands still missing in La Guaira state. Foreign teams and volunteers work urgently amid ongoing aftershocks and infrastructural damage.
Key Points
- The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes neared 1,500 with over 12,000 displaced and 774 buildings collapsed.
- Foreign rescue teams, including from the US, Colombia, Mexico, and Switzerland, are actively searching for survivors.
- Rescue operations continue despite challenges such as aftershocks, limited heavy equipment, and damaged infrastructure.
- International aid and funding packages are anticipated, with political figures like Maria Corina Machado planning a return amidst the crisis.
