quakes

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

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Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling, days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation left by twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days ago. Hernán Alberto Gil Flores has been safely recovered after being trapped since June 24 under rubble in the … Read more

Venezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188

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Caracas, Venezuela – Venezuelans searched for survivors under collapsed buildings on Thursday and rescue teams rushed to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped. It is feared that there will be more deaths. The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes … Read more