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En fotos: Las labores de rescate avanzan contrarreloj en Caracas y La Guaira tras los fuertes terremotos en Venezuela
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
Por Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
Un día después de que dos fuertes terremotos consecutivos sacudieran Venezuela, rescatistas, bomberos y voluntarios continúan las labores de búsqueda entre edificios colapsados en Caracas y el estado costero de La Guaira, declarado zona de desastre por la pr...
Key takeaway Jorge Rodríguez, presidente de la Asamblea Nacional, actualizó más temprano este jueves el número de fallecidos a 188 y detalló que hay más de 200 personas atrapadas bajo los escombros y al menos 157 personas permanecen desaparecidas.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Paso residents with family ties to Venezuela, the devastating earthquakes in Caracas and La Guaira have brought the crisis close to home. Many in the community have been anxiously awaiting news of loved ones, and some have likely been in touch with relatives or friends affected by the disaster. The outpouring of support from countries including the United States, Mexico, and Colombia is a reminder that international cooperation can play a critical role in responding to natural disasters. As El Paso has experienced its own share of emergencies, including severe weather events and border crises, the city's residents may be particularly attuned to the challenges of search and rescue operations and the importance of swift, coordinated responses. The situation in Venezuela will likely continue to resonate in El Paso, where many are watching with concern and hoping for the best possible outcome.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Por Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN en Español
Un día después de que dos fuertes terremotos consecutivos sacudieran Venezuela, rescatistas, bomberos y voluntarios continúan las labores de búsqueda entre edificios colapsados en Caracas y el estado costero de La Guaira, declarado zona de desastre por la pr...
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