Rescue teams search rubble five days after Venezuela earthquakes

Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, killing more than 1,400 people and leaving tens of thousands still missing five days later. Rescue teams continue to dig through rubble, some using their hands, in the coastal city of La Guaira and other hard-hit areas. Families outside a Caracas hospital scan patient lists for missing relatives.

Ongoing search efforts A U.S. search team pulled a mother and her 9-month-old baby from collapsed building debris. The U.S. State Department posted that every life saved is a victory. On Saturday, a boy identified only as Kenger was rescued from a building that collapsed on his family. His aunt told CBS News he was the sole survivor among his relatives.

International assistance U.S. diplomat John Barrett said more than 300 American rescuers are now on the ground. He stated the United States was already engaged with Venezuela before the quakes and remains committed afterward. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said last week he spoke with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez and offered full U.S. assistance.