Foreign Rescue Teams Deployed to Quake-Hit Venezuela Amid High Casualty Toll
June 26, 2026 • Google News World
Venezuela Earthquake Response Efforts Underway
A series of earthquakes has struck Venezuela, resulting in 589 reported deaths and numerous missing persons. Foreign rescue teams have arrived on the scene to assist in the relief efforts.
According to reports, many Venezuelans are attempting to locate their missing relatives as the death toll continues to rise. The BBC has confirmed that the number of fatalities has doubled since the initial quake struck.
Survivors of the disaster describe the earthquakes as “brutal and fast,” with some reporting that the ground shook violently for extended periods. World Central Kitchen, a humanitarian organization, is also providing aid in response to the crisis.
The WSJ reported on the devastating impact of the quakes, citing eyewitness accounts of widespread destruction and chaos. The Guardian has also provided updates on the situation, highlighting the challenges faced by rescue teams as they search for survivors.
As the situation continues to unfold, foreign rescue teams are working tirelessly to provide assistance to those affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela.
Source: Google News World