A strong aftershock jolts Venezuela as rescue workers race to find survivors
Summary
A strong aftershock shook Venezuela early Monday, hitting near the Caribbean coast as rescue teams continued searching for survivors after two major earthquakes last week. The tremor caused no new major damage, but fears and rescue efforts remain high as officials report 1,450 deaths and many missing.Key Facts
- The aftershock occurred 27 kilometers (17 miles) north of Caraballeda at 7:01 a.m. local time.
- It measured 4.6 on the Richter scale according to the US Geological Survey; Colombia’s survey reported it as 5.1.
- Residents in Caracas and the port city of La Guaira were shaken and evacuated during the aftershock.
- Venezuelan officials confirmed no immediate new damage but remain concerned about ongoing risks.
- The original twin earthquakes killed about 1,450 people, with thousands more missing.
- Rescue teams, including over 2,600 workers and trained dogs from around the world, continue to search through rubble.
- Survival chances after such disasters are highest in the first 48 to 72 hours; searches persist despite the passing of this time.
- Government response has faced criticism, with civilian groups playing a large role in rescue efforts.
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