Police carry a body from a building that collapsed after earthquakes struck La Guaira, Venezuela on Thursday (June 25). Photo: PTI
Venezuela twin quakes: La Guaira worst hit as death toll climbs to 589
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez welcomed the arrival of rescue crews and aid from across the globe
Caracas, Jun 26 (AP) The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela rose to 589, with 2,980 injured, acting President Delcy Rodríguez said early Friday.
She made the announced surrounded by government and military officials as she welcomed the arrival of rescue crews from all over the world.
“We are going to rescue the people who are trapped,” she said. “We are working tirelessly on this task.” She said the state of La Guaira has been hardest hit by the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes that struck Wednesday evening, noting that it has been militarized as crews search for survivors and distribute food and water. AP
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