The U.S. State Department confirms that three Americans are killed after two major earthquakes strike Venezuela. NBC News reports confirmation from a senior State Department official, as officials continue search-and-rescue operations in affected areas. The Hill similarly says a State Department spokesperson confirms the deaths and notes that recovery efforts continue. The department also states that its consular team is in contact with relevant individuals and is monitoring the situation.
While the reporting focuses on confirmation of the deaths, details about where the earthquakes occurred and the broader casualty totals are not specified in the provided accounts. All sources agree that the information comes from U.S. government officials and that efforts in Venezuela are ongoing. The situation remains under active response, with American officials coordinating consular support as Venezuelan authorities carry out rescue and recovery work following the earthquakes.
