Rescue operations in Venezuela continue days after two powerful earthquakes struck the country’s northern coast, with teams from Venezuela and abroad searching for survivors trapped in damaged buildings. Multiple outlets report that the response is still in an active rescue phase in the first days after the quakes, though the likelihood of finding people alive is described as decreasing as time passes and aftershocks complicate efforts. Reports say hundreds are feared trapped or missing, and that the death toll continues to rise as more information becomes available. International search-and-rescue teams arrive alongside local responders, with accounts describing difficult conditions and the need to work through rubble while dealing with delays and chaos linked to aftershocks.

Several sources also note that attention is shifting toward a broader humanitarian crisis, including the risk that homelessness and shortages could persist for years. One outlet reports a new aftershock in the affected area. Another highlights the role of specialized teams, including canines, in locating survivors. Meanwhile, coverage mentions concerns about how quickly authorities are coordinating aid and communicating developments, alongside government efforts to publicize its response.