Eight days after the devastating earthquake struck northern Venezuela, authorities have confirmed another increase in the number of victims, with 2,595 deaths and more than 12,400 people injured. National and international rescue teams continue searching through the rubble as thousands of families await news about their missing loved ones.
The humanitarian emergency remains critical. Hospitals and morgues are operating at full capacity, while international organizations and dozens of countries have sent humanitarian aid to support rescue operations and assist those affected. Despite the passing days, smaller aftershocks continue to keep the population on alert.
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Is there still hope of finding survivors?
Yes. Although the chances decrease as time passes, rescue teams continue their efforts because it is still possible to find people alive, as demonstrated by the recent rescue of a survivor who spent eight days trapped beneath the rubble.
The ongoing operation has become a symbol of hope and resilience as emergency crews race against time to save as many lives as possible.
