Venezuela’s death toll from back-to-back earthquakes near the country’s capital rises to at least 920, with more than 3,300 injuries reported. Multiple outlets cite figures announced by Jorge Rodríguez, president of Venezuela’s National Assembly, and describe a continuing search-and-rescue effort as authorities work through damaged areas. The CBS report says more than 900 are dead and more than 3,300 are hurt following two powerful earthquakes that struck on Wednesday, while other sources place the injury count at around 3,360. Media accounts also note that many people are still missing and that estimates could increase as families report relatives trapped or buried under rubble. Scroll.in further reports that UN officials say over 50,000 people are missing, with the UN aid chief characterizing the situation as particularly severe. Across coverage, authorities indicate the toll is likely to increase because recovery operations continue and information from affected communities is still coming in.
Venezuela earthquake toll rises to at least 920 as thousands remain missing
Venezuela’s death toll from back-to-back earthquakes near the country’s capital rises to at least 920, with more than 3,300 injuries reported. Multiple outlets cite figures announced by Jorge Rodrígue...
- Authorities report at least 920 deaths from two earthquakes near Venezuela’s capital.
- Injuries exceed 3,300, with figures reported around 3,360.
- Search-and-rescue operations continue, and officials expect the death toll to rise.
- Officials and aid agencies report many people are missing, with UN estimates cited as over 50,000.
- The earthquakes strike in close succession on Wednesday are described as powerful.
More than 3,300 persons were injured.
20 hours agoThe toll from the back-to-back earthquakes that devastated Venezuela this week climbed Friday to at least 920 dead and 3,360 injured, authorities said. The new figures were announced by Jorge Rodriguez, the president of the country's National Assembly. The toll is likely to go higher as search-and-rescue operations continue. Many families say their loved ones are still buried under the rubble. "Each person saved is a miracle," Rodriguez said.
21 hours agoThe death toll from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 920, with more than 3000 people injured.
1 day agoThe death toll from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 920, with more than 3000 people injured.
1 day agoThe death toll from the earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 920, with more than 3000 people injured.
1 day agoOfficials say more than 900 people are dead and more than 3,300 are hurt after two powerful earthquakes hit near Venezuela's capital on Wednesday. The race is on to find the estimated thousands of people who are missing. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Cristian Benavides report.
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