Aftershock frays nerves as many Venezuelans left to fend for themselves
Venezuela is facing a humanitarian crisis following twin earthquakes that killed over 1,700 people. Residents and local volunteers are leading rescue efforts due to a lack of government equipment and support.
Why it matters
The disaster highlights significant governance failures and infrastructure vulnerabilities in a country already struggling with political and economic instability.
Figure caption, Watch: Desperate search for earthquake survivors continues outside Caracas
The report relies on eyewitness accounts and direct observations of the situation on the ground, maintaining a neutral, descriptive tone.
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