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Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on state television that 10 more countries were still to join rescue efforts.
TL;DR
- The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen above 1,400.
- Over 1,600 foreign rescuers have arrived, with more expected.
- Search and rescue operations are ongoing in hard-hit areas like La Guaira and Caracas.
- Residents have noted uneven response efforts, with some areas receiving more aid than others.
- Authorities have restricted access to La Guaira to allow emergency vehicles priority.
- Power is gradually being restored to the region.
- The U.S. Geological Survey estimated that over 10,000 deaths were possible from the quakes.
- The disaster could have political implications for interim President Delcy Rodriguez.
- The U.S. has committed hundreds of millions of dollars in aid.
- Pope Francis offered prayers for the victims and relief workers.