30 Jun, 15:06··

Venezuela Declares National Day of Mourning, Search Continues

RFI

Venezuela is in mourning after a powerful earthquake. Over 2,300 people have died. Many countries are helping Venezuela.

A series of earthquakes hit Venezuela’s north coast. The first earthquake happened a week before. The death toll is rising quickly. French rescue teams are providing aid to those affected. Many people are still missing.

Summarized from the sources above. Read the originals for the full story.

Highlights

National Mourning Declared

Venezuela has declared seven days of national mourning after the earthquake.

High Death Toll

Nearly 2,300 people have died according to the latest count.

French Rescue Teams Assist

French rescue workers are helping in Venezuela after the earthquakes.

Thousands Missing

Thousands of people are still missing after the disaster.

Overwhelming Morgues

Over 1,700 people have been confirmed dead, overwhelming morgues.

disastermourningearthquakedisaster reliefearthquakes