Rescuers in Venezuela race to save security guard trapped under building
Summary
Nearly a week after two strong earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, rescue teams from several countries, including the U.S., are working to save people trapped under collapsed buildings. The death toll has passed 1,900, and many people remain missing or need help.Key Facts
- Two earthquakes measuring 7.5 and 7.2 struck northern Venezuela on June 24.
- Hernan Gil Flores, a 44-year-old security guard, has been trapped under a 10-story building for six days.
- Rescue workers have made contact with Gil Flores and confirmed he is not injured.
- More than 1,900 deaths have been confirmed, with tens of thousands still missing.
- Around 6,400 people have been rescued so far by various teams.
- NASA estimates nearly 59,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed.
- About 1.8 million people need humanitarian aid, including 700,000 children.
- Many survivors have had to leave their homes and live in tents or shelters.
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