Rescue teams search for survivors after two earthquakes in Venezuela

Rescue teams continued searching for survivors three days after two back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela. The quakes caused multiple deaths and widespread damage across the South American country. Teams worked through debris in affected areas to reach people still unaccounted for.

Search operations ongoing Local residents joined professional crews in the effort. Reports described residents stating they would continue the work as long as necessary. The two earthquakes occurred within a short period of each other, according to Cbs News. Damage assessments remained underway in multiple regions.

Damage assessment continues Officials have not released a final casualty count.

Recovery planning depends on the results of ongoing structural evaluations.