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Cat pulled from Venezuela quake rubble as death toll tops 5,200

Cat pulled from Venezuela quake rubble as death toll tops 5,200

Summary

A cat was rescued from the rubble of a collapsed building in Venezuela after deadly earthquakes killed over 5,200 people. Rescue teams continue to search for survivors and care for injured animals while many people remain homeless.

Key Facts

  • More than 5,200 people died in earthquakes that hit Venezuela on June 24.
  • The coastal state of La Guaira was the hardest hit area.
  • A volunteer rescuer found and saved a cat trapped under rubble in La Guaira.
  • The rescued cat was treated by veterinarians and taken to a shelter.
  • Rescue efforts have also saved other animals, including a dog pulled from collapsed buildings.
  • Nearly 20,000 people in La Guaira are living in temporary camps after losing their homes.
  • Over 850 buildings were damaged and 190 buildings completely collapsed.
  • The number of people injured is about 16,740, with many still missing.
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