Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as families desperate for news
Summary
Two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, killing at least 920 people and injuring over 3,300. Rescue teams are searching for survivors amid widespread damage to buildings and hospitals, while many families wait for news of missing loved ones.Key Facts
- Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, including one measuring magnitude 7.5.
- Over 900 people have died and more than 3,360 have been injured.
- La Guaira, north of Caracas, was the hardest-hit region with extensive damage.
- At least 172 people are still believed to be trapped under rubble.
- More than 240 people have been rescued alive so far.
- Hospitals and many buildings were damaged or destroyed; medical facilities are overwhelmed.
- Around 214 aftershocks have occurred since the initial quakes.
- International rescue teams and aid, including from the US, UK, Netherlands, Mexico, and Switzerland, are supporting Venezuela’s efforts.
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