Neighbours and local residents have joined emergency workers in rescue operations following the devastating earthquake in Venezuela, as the death toll has risen to 235.
Rescue teams continue to search through collapsed buildings for survivors, with authorities fearing that many people may still be trapped beneath the rubble.
Officials said hundreds of people have been injured, while thousands have been displaced after the powerful earthquake damaged homes, roads, and other critical infrastructure.
Local communities, volunteers, and humanitarian organizations have been working alongside emergency responders to rescue survivors and deliver food, clean water, medical supplies, and other essential aid to affected areas.
The Venezuelan government has declared a state of emergency in the hardest-hit regions and deployed additional rescue personnel, medical teams, and security forces to support relief efforts.
Disaster management experts say the immediate priorities are continuing search-and-rescue operations, providing shelter for displaced families, and ensuring that the injured receive prompt medical treatment.