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“Milagroso” rescate de sobreviviente de entre los escombros ocho días después de los devastadores terremotos en Venezuela
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 3, 2026
· 5 min read
Por Helen Regan, Osmary Hernández, Ivonne Valdés, Chandler Thornton y Diego Mendoza, CNN
Los equipos de rescate lograron sacar a un sobreviviente de entre los escombros de un edificio de nueve pisos en Venezuela en una operación “milagrosa”, ocho días después de los devastadores terremotos que ...
Key takeaway Un comunicado de los bomberos apunta que el rescate duró más de 70 horas y el paciente fue trasladado a un centro médico.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own experiences with disaster response and recovery make the miraculous rescue in Venezuela particularly resonant for our community. The successful operation, which involved international cooperation and expertise, highlights the importance of strong emergency preparedness and response systems. As El Paso continues to grow and develop, it's crucial that our city's emergency services and infrastructure are equipped to handle large-scale disasters. The rescue of Hernán Alberto Gil Flores also underscores the value of community support and resilience in the face of tragedy, a quality that El Paso has consistently demonstrated in its own times of need. As our city looks to the future, it's essential that we prioritize investments in emergency response and preparedness, ensuring that we're ready to respond to any disaster that may come our way.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Por Helen Regan, Osmary Hernández, Ivonne Valdés, Chandler Thornton y Diego Mendoza, CNN
Los equipos de rescate lograron sacar a un sobreviviente de entre los escombros de un edificio de nueve pisos en Venezuela en una operación “milagrosa”, ocho días después de los devastadores terremotos que ...
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