Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 920 amid looting and aid efforts

The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday has risen to 920, with 3,360 injured, according to acting President Delcy Rodríguez Source: El Caribe. The quakes, of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, primarily affected the state of La Guaira, where looting broke out in Catia La Mar as desperate residents sought food and basic supplies.

EFE witnessed at least three stores being looted, with police overwhelmed by the crowds Source: Infobae. Meanwhile, a convoy of trucks carrying aid from China arrived, and private citizens also brought supplies. In a terminal, hundreds queued for food, water, and diapers. Yanaika Sanz, a 24-year-old resident, recalled the 1999 Vargas tragedy, saying, 'The tragedy of Vargas repeated itself' Source: Diario Libre.

Rodríguez announced 214 aftershocks and the militarization of La Guaira to bolster rescue efforts and security Source: El Caribe. The situation remains tense as authorities work to distribute aid and restore order.