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Miracle Rescues Amidst Venezuela's Earthquake Devastation
29 Jun
Summary
- Tens of thousands still missing after powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela.
- International aid pouring in with supplies and specialized rescue personnel.
- Aftershocks continue, complicating the ongoing search for survivors.
Four days after powerful earthquakes ravaged northern Venezuela, the critical search for survivors continues amidst widespread devastation. At least 46,000 people are still unaccounted for following the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 tremors, with the confirmed death toll exceeding 1,450 and expected to rise.
Miraculous rescues, like an 18-month-old baby found alive after 32 hours and a 21-year-old man rescued after 106 hours, are fueling hope. International cooperation has been significant, with 24 countries sending over 500 metric tons of supplies, 2,700 personnel, and 86 canine teams.
Despite these efforts, a 4.6-magnitude aftershock near Caracas on Monday served as a stark reminder of the ongoing risks. Rescue specialists note that the chances of finding survivors decrease significantly after 72 hours, intensifying the race against time.
