At least 1,719 people have perished in Venezuela due to twin earthquakes that occurred five days ago. National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez reported this number on Monday, adding that over 5,034 individuals were injured and tens of thousands remained unaccounted for.
Hopes of finding survivors are fading rapidly as four days have passed since the devastating quakes. A French-American rescue team found a man and his teen son alive under rubble in Caraballeda, about 40 kilometers north of Caracas, on Sunday. This discovery offered some glimmer of hope amid an ongoing tragedy that has left Venezuela reeling from its economic crisis.
The devastating earthquakes damaged over 774 buildings, with 189 collapsing entirely. Rescue efforts continue in coastal towns like Tucacas and neighborhoods within the capital Caracas. Experts highlight the critical first 72 hours post-disaster for saving lives; after this period, recovery becomes more focused on identifying remains.
Source: Original report
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