Teams scramble to locate survivors 4 days after Venezuela earthquakes
Summary
Rescue teams from Venezuela and other countries are still searching for survivors four days after two strong earthquakes hit La Guaira state. The government says 1,450 people have died, many buildings were damaged, and thousands are missing.Key Facts
- Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela last Wednesday.
- The death toll reported by the government is 1,450 people.
- More than 770 buildings have collapsed or been damaged.
- Around 2,600 rescue workers from various countries are helping with search efforts.
- Nearly 140 search dogs are assisting rescue teams.
- Thousands of people are reported missing in digital databases used by families.
- Aftershocks measuring 4.2 and 4.5 continued to shake the area.
- The Venezuelan military and police are patrolling La Guaira, restricting access with special permits.
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