Thirty-three more people have been rescued from the rubble in Venezuela as emergency crews continue a desperate search for thousands still missing following the powerful earthquakes that struck the country last week.
According to Reuters, the latest rescues have raised hopes for families waiting for news of loved ones, even as authorities warn that the chances of finding more survivors diminish with time.
The devastating earthquakes, which hit northern Venezuela on Wednesday, have killed thousands of people, injured many more and left widespread destruction across affected communities. Rescue teams, supported by international personnel and heavy equipment, are working around the clock to clear debris and search collapsed buildings.
Officials said thousands of people remain unaccounted for, while hundreds of thousands have been displaced from their homes. Emergency shelters have been set up to accommodate survivors, with aid agencies providing food, clean water and medical assistance.
International support has continued to grow. Several countries have deployed rescue specialists, humanitarian aid and military assets to assist Venezuela’s response, while relief organisations have appealed for additional funding and supplies to meet the scale of the disaster.
Authorities have also warned of ongoing risks from damaged infrastructure and aftershocks, urging residents to remain cautious as search and recovery operations continue.
The disaster is among the deadliest to hit Venezuela in recent history, with recovery efforts expected to continue for weeks.
