News · 27 June 2026
Venezuela earthquake: 51,000 still missing after quakes
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Time is running out to find survivors in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes on Wednesday left at least 920 people dead and over 51,000 missing. Many people are digging through rubble themselves, reporting few government rescuers despite official claims of a robust response. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said 1,600 foreign rescue team members have arrived to help.
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