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Hope of finding more Venezuela quake survivors fades despite late rescues

From Al Jazeera · () English

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  • Rescue efforts continue in Venezuela after a powerful earthquake, but hopes of finding more survivors are fading.
  • A 60-year-old woman was pulled from the rubble 86 hours after the quake, offering a glimmer of hope.
  • Tens of thousands are still reported missing, highlighting the scale of the disaster and the urgency of the situation.

Rescue operations in Venezuela are grappling with diminishing hopes of finding survivors from a devastating earthquake, even as late rescues offer moments of profound relief. A 60-year-old woman was miraculously pulled from the debris 86 hours after the seismic event, a testament to resilience against overwhelming odds. However, this singular success is juxtaposed against the grim reality that tens of thousands remain unaccounted for.

The sheer scale of the disaster is becoming increasingly apparent as the hours tick by. The ongoing efforts are a race against time, with each passing moment reducing the likelihood of survival for those still trapped. The situation underscores the immense challenges faced by rescue teams in remote or devastated areas, and the desperate plight of families awaiting news.

Despite the fading hope, the late rescues serve as a powerful reminder of the human spirit's tenacity. These moments, however rare, fuel the determination of rescuers and offer a fragile beacon to a nation reeling from the catastrophe. The focus remains on reaching as many people as possible, amidst the growing uncertainty and the immense task of recovery.

Those rescued include 60-year-old woman trapped for 86 hours, as tens of thousands still reported missing.

โ€” Al JazeeraDescription of the rescue efforts and the scale of the disaster.
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Originally published by Al Jazeera. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.