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In the devastated La Guaira state, Venezuela, the desperate search for survivors of powerful earthquakes continues. Amidst the stench of death and the wail of sirens, a flicker of hope emerged when rescue crews heard sounds from beneath the collapsed buildings. The name called out was Jonathan Suarez, and his wife, Barbara Palacios, erupted in joyous relief, her faith in his survival momentarily restored.

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Jonathan!

However, the elation was short-lived as the immense challenge of extracting Suarez from tons of concrete and debris became apparent. The earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck with brutal force, claiming over 1,400 lives and leaving an estimated 50,000 people missing. As two days passed since the disaster, the critical window for finding survivors began to close, transforming the search into a grim recovery mission.

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thank you, Father!

Frustration mounted as Palacios and relatives of other trapped individuals accused rescue crews of initially driving past the site. They resorted to blocking the road, demanding attention and assistance. Eventually, civil defense, firefighters, and volunteers responded, forming a human chain to clear debris. Businessman Luis Flores recounted pulling four people out alive and three dead, highlighting the raw, hands-on effort. A volunteer named Jesus grimly noted the government's lack of preparedness for such a catastrophe.

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He is alive. He is.