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Grief and optimism clash in scramble to locate survivors 4 days after Venezuela earthquakes
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· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The government has reported a significant number of fatalities, with 1,450 deaths confirmed as of Sunday afternoon. Further details on the situation in Venezuela are available from KXXV (ABC 25) News, including the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the government's response to the disaster.
A devastating situation is unfolding in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes hit the northern state of La Guaira. Rescue teams, including local and international groups, are working to locate survivors amidst the rubble.
The government has reported a significant number of fatalities, with 1,450 deaths confirmed as of Sunday afternoon. The rescue efforts are ongoing, with teams racing against time to pull survivors to safety.
Further details on the situation in Venezuela are available from KXXV (ABC 25) News, including the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the government's response to the disaster.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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