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VIDEO: Puppy rescued from earthquake debris in Venezuela; images move netizens
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VIDEO: Puppy rescued from earthquake debris in Venezuela; images move netizens

From CNA · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A puppy was rescued from rubble after devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24.
  • The rescue occurred in Caracas, where emergency services were searching for human survivors.
  • The puppy, found whimpering, is now under the care of the Caracas Fire Department.

Amidst the devastation caused by powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, a small beacon of hope emerged as a puppy was rescued from the debris in Caracas. The earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, have resulted in significant casualties, with at least 188 deaths and 1,500 injuries reported.

As emergency services tirelessly searched collapsed buildings for survivors, a whimpering sound led rescuers to a trapped puppy amidst the ruins of a structure in the capital city. The discovery of the young dog offered a moment of solace amidst the tragedy.

After being freed from the rubble, the puppy received immediate attention and water to help calm it after hours trapped underground. The Caracas Fire Department has taken responsibility for the puppy's care, providing a safe haven for the animal.

The heartwarming rescue has resonated online, with videos of the puppy being found and cared for circulating widely. This act of compassion towards a pet highlights the broader efforts of rescue teams and the shared desire to save all lives, regardless of species, in the wake of the natural disaster.

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Originally published by CNA in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.