The death toll from Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes reached 1,430 on Saturday. Meanwhile, rescue teams continued searching for survivors. Authorities warned that millions urgently needed humanitarian assistance. The powerful earthquakes struck on Wednesday and caused widespread destruction.
International aid also began arriving across affected regions. US-backed interim leader Delcy Rodriguez assured citizens that Venezuela was not alone. However, public frustration over the official response continued growing.
Rescue Operations Continue
The United States restored one runway at Simon Bolivar International Airport. Military transport aircraft delivered emergency supplies. A US naval vessel also reached Venezuela’s coastline.
Meanwhile, the UN humanitarian agency mobilized search-and-rescue teams from at least 17 countries. However, local residents continued clearing debris with their bare hands. Experts stressed that the first 72 hours remain critical for finding survivors.
Despite difficult conditions, rescuers saved an infant from collapsed buildings in La Guaira. The child survived nearly 32 hours beneath the rubble. Consequently, emotional scenes spread across social media after the successful rescue.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
The UN migration agency estimated that up to 6.76 million people could require emergency assistance. Many survivors urgently needed shelter, healthcare, clean water, sanitation, and essential supplies.
Furthermore, officials reported 3,238 injuries alongside the rising death toll. Authorities estimated physical damages at $6.7 billion, representing nearly six percent of Venezuela’s economy.
Meanwhile, UN aid chief Tom Fletcher warned that fatalities could increase significantly. He added that more than 50,000 people remained missing. Therefore, international agencies continued expanding relief operations throughout the affected areas.
