Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs to 1,450 as search for survivors continues

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New Delhi: Rescuers are still searching for those still trapped following the catastrophic twin earthquakes in Venezuela, which have claimed the lives of 1,450 people.

3,150 individuals have been reported injured, and 12,700 people have been displaced in the affected coastal areas.

International rescue units from numerous nations have teamed with local authorities to locate persons feared to have been crushed within the debris of demolished structures.

Even with the 72-hour post-disaster survival period now gone, teams have managed to pull several persons out from under the rubble, which fuels optimism.

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The La Guaira region of Venezuela’s coastline is where the majority of the damage took place; many buildings were levelled.

Much of the electrical supply has been returned to La Guaira, with many schools remaining closed, and several refugee camps continuing to give shelter to victims.

Official estimates state that rescue attempts will continue until it is completely clear that not one individual has been rescued.

Help and rescue groups continue arriving in Venezuela from across the world.

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