Death Toll from Venezuela Earthquake Reaches 920, 50 Thousand Missing
The twin earthquake disaster in Venezuela has left 920 people dead and more than 50 thousand others reported missing. The coastal area of La Guaira, near the capital Caracas, suffered the worst damage with many buildings and settlements collapsing. Rescue teams from various countries are trying to search for victims under the rubble.
UN Humanitarian Aid chief Tom Fletcher called this operation very complex due to the vast affected area, aftershocks, and unstable buildings. Amid limited heavy equipment, victims' families and volunteers are forced to carry out manual searches. A resident, Marjosly Salazar, said she lost her daughter and is still searching for other missing family members.
Public anger over the slow government response is starting to show. Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, faced protests when visiting the affected site in Caracas. Residents voiced disappointment over the lack of government aid.
The chance of finding survivors is getting slimmer. Chilean rescue team leader Nadiomar Polanco stated that the focus now is on evacuating bodies. The UN noted at least 17 countries have sent assistance, including Spain, Switzerland, Colombia, Mexico, and the United States.
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