Rescue workers and volunteers in Venezuela are continuing to dig through rubble in search of survivors as the critical 72-hour rescue window following the devastating earthquake draws to a close.
Emergency teams have been working around the clock, using heavy machinery and search equipment while local residents assist in clearing debris in hopes of finding people trapped beneath collapsed buildings.
Authorities say the death toll and the number of injured continue to rise, while thousands of people have been displaced after homes, roads, and public infrastructure were severely damaged by the earthquake.
Humanitarian organizations are providing emergency shelter, food, clean water, and medical assistance to affected communities, as concerns grow over the needs of survivors.
Disaster experts note that the chances of finding survivors decrease significantly after the first 72 hours, making the ongoing rescue efforts especially urgent.
Officials have pledged to continue recovery and relief operations even after the initial rescue phase ends, focusing on supporting affected families and rebuilding damaged communities.