Five days after the devastating double earthquake, authorities continue the search for survivors in the rubble as the country faces a humanitarian crisis.
Venezuela is going through one of the worst tragedies in its recent history. Five days after the two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 that shook the north of the country, the official toll of victims continues to increase and rescue tasks continue to develop against the clock.
According to the latest report released by the Venezuelan authorities, the number of deaths rose to 1,719, while the injured already exceed 5,000. Thousands of people remain missing or isolated in the most affected areas, where searches continue among collapsed buildings. The numbers could continue to grow as rescue operations progress.
The regions of La Guaira, Caracas, Yaracuy and other sectors of northern Venezuela were the most affected by the double earthquake that occurred on June 24. Collapses of homes, buildings and roads were recorded in numerous neighborhoods, in addition to significant damage to hospitals, schools and essential services.
During the last hours, a new aftershock of magnitude 4.6 was recorded, which once again generated moments of tension among the population, although it did not cause significant damage. The authorities remain alert to the possibility of new seismic movements.
Meanwhile, rescue teams from different countries work alongside Venezuelan organizations in the search for survivors. International humanitarian aid continues to arrive with food, medicine, drinking water, field hospitals and specialized personnel.
In addition to the health emergency, thousands of families remain without electricity, drinking water or a place to live. International organizations warned that millions of people could need humanitarian assistance in the coming weeks due to the impact of the catastrophe.
The Venezuelan authorities assured that rescue efforts will continue without interruptions while the assessment of the damage progresses and the reconstruction stage of the devastated areas begins.
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