Rescue teams in Venezuela cling to hope as US rebuffs criticisms of government earthquake response
Summary
Rescue teams in Venezuela continue searching for survivors eight days after deadly twin earthquakes struck the area. Despite many casualties and destruction, a man trapped under rubble was rescued alive, while the U.S. government rejected criticism of Venezuela’s earthquake response.Key Facts
- Twin earthquakes hit Catia La Mar, Venezuela, causing severe damage and many deaths.
- At least 2,295 people died and over 11,000 were injured, according to Venezuela’s government.
- Rescue workers have been digging through rubble for more than a week to find survivors.
- A 43-year-old man survived being trapped nearly eight days under a collapsed shopping mall.
- A toddler was also rescued after being trapped six days in the disaster zone.
- Many people are living in shelters or outside due to destroyed homes.
- Medical experts worry that untreated injuries and diseases could worsen health problems.
- The U.S. rejected criticism aimed at Venezuela’s handling of the earthquake response.
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