In pictures: Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 1,700
Summary
Two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela last week, killing at least 1,719 people and injuring more than 5,000. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors, but time to find people alive is running out, while thousands remain missing and many are homeless.Key Facts
- The earthquakes struck the La Guaira state in northern Venezuela.
- The two main quakes measured 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude.
- At least 1,719 people have died and 5,034 have been injured so far.
- Tens of thousands of people are missing or not accounted for.
- Rescue workers say the first 72 hours after a quake are the most important for saving lives.
- Officials restored electricity to 90% of La Guaira and set up 15 temporary camps.
- More than 600 aftershocks, including a 4.6 magnitude tremor, have happened since the main quakes.
- People in Caracas have evacuated their homes due to ongoing shaking and fear.
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