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US search and rescue teams deploy to help Venezuela earthquake response
Teams from California to Florida are helping Venezuelans rebound from devastating earthquakes that killed nearly 1,500 people, according to the latest death toll figures authorities announced on Saturday.
TL;DR
- Nearly 1,500 people killed and 68,900 missing in Venezuela due to devastating earthquakes.
- Two powerful earthquakes, magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck Caracas.
- Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
- U.S. teams are being deployed to assist with recovery efforts.
- U.S. support includes rescue workers, equipment, shelter aid, and humanitarian assistance.