Venezuela has been devastated by two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 that struck on Wednesday, leaving more than 51,000 people missing and at least 920 confirmed dead. The number of injured has reached 3,360, and authorities estimate that around 172 people may still be trapped alive under the rubble. Despite ongoing rescue operations, hopes of finding survivors are diminishing. Hospitals, morgues, and shelters in Caracas and nearby areas are overwhelmed as families search for loved ones.

The worst-hit region, La Guaira, has seen growing anger over the slow pace of rescue and relief work, with residents and volunteers using limited tools to clear debris. Reports of looting have emerged in Katia La Mar, while the UN estimates direct financial losses at about 6.7 billion US dollars. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has spoken with US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the crisis.

International aid is increasing, with the United States pledging 150 million dollars in emergency assistance and sending ships, helicopters, and aircraft. The USGS warned that the death toll could exceed 10,000, potentially making this one of Latin America’s deadliest earthquakes in a century.