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100 horas para lograr el “milagro” de un rescate en Venezuela: así fue como expertos pudieron salvar a Hernán Gil
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 4, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Brenda Covarrubias, CNN en Español
En la mañana del 2 de julio, Hernán Gil volvió a ver la luz del día tras más de 180 horas sepultado por toneladas de escombros. Ese primer rayo de luz quizá se sintió como un milagro, pero no fue fortuito. En realidad, fue producto de más de 100 horas de t...
Key takeaway En realidad, fue producto de más de 100 horas de trabajos de grupos de rescatistas y expertos de varios países, con un objetivo en común: salvar una vida.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The dramatic rescue of Hernán Gil in Venezuela has a significant connection to El Paso , as it highlights the importance of international cooperation in disaster response. The fact that experts from various countries, including Costa Rica and Mexico, came together to save Gil's life demonstrates the value of global partnerships in emergency situations. This cooperation is particularly relevant to El Paso, given its location on the US-Mexico border and its history of providing aid to neighboring communities in times of need. The use of advanced technology, such as 360° cameras and radar, in the rescue efforts also underscores the role of innovation in saving lives. As El Paso continues to grow and develop its own emergency response capabilities, the story of Gil's rescue serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for collaboration and technological innovation to make a difference in the face of disaster.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por Brenda Covarrubias, CNN en Español
En la mañana del 2 de julio, Hernán Gil volvió a ver la luz del día tras más de 180 horas sepultado por toneladas de escombros. Ese primer rayo de luz quizá se sintió como un milagro, pero no fue fortuito. En realidad, fue producto de más de 100 horas de t...
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