Massive devastation in Venezuela: 235 killed, hundreds of people trapped under debris due to two powerful earthquakes; Relief operations continue on war footing

Two massive earthquakes in the South American country Venezuela have caused huge devastation. In the two consecutive powerful earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude that occurred on Wednesday, at least 235 people died is done, while Hundreds of people still trapped under the debris Has happened. Officials have expressed fear that the death toll may increase further.

Two big shocks occurred within an interval of 40 seconds

Both earthquake shocks were just 40 second interval But came. depth of both only 10 kilometers Due to which the intensity of the tremors was felt more on the surface and buildings collapsed on a wide scale.

These earthquakes are considered to be the most powerful to hit Venezuela in the last hundred years and one of the most destructive earthquakes of the last several decades.

Many areas including the capital Caracas destroyed

The capital was most affected by the earthquake. Caracas And was seen in the northern coastal areas of the country. Many multi-storey buildings collapsed, roads were damaged and electricity and communication services were disrupted.

Due to continuous aftershocks, rescue operations are also being affected and many weak buildings are in danger of collapse.

Efforts to save about 200 people trapped in the debris

President of the National Assembly of Venezuela george rodriguez told that about 200 people still trapped under the debris Has happened. He said that relief and rescue teams are fighting against time and efforts are being made to rescue as many people as possible.

Relief teams, heavy machines and medical teams from across the country have been deployed in the affected areas.

Government took big steps

After the disaster, the government has taken many important decisions for relief and reconstruction.

• Instructions were given to procure debris removal machines from private companies.
• 200 million US dollars A special relief fund of Rs.
• Special financial assistance and credit facilities were announced for affected traders and businesses.

The government has also stepped up the supply of medical aid and essential commodities to disaster-affected areas.

coordination for international aid

Venezuelan Foreign Minister evan gil Reported that many countries have offered assistance. So far more than a dozen countries Has expressed willingness to send relief material, rescue teams and humanitarian aid.

The government is busy intensifying the relief work by coordinating with international agencies.

Weak buildings became the cause of massive destruction

Experts believe that in Venezuela the last approx. There was no major earthquake for 50 yearsdue to which people were less prepared for the disaster.

Also, due to lack of adequate investment in infrastructure over the years, many old buildings could not withstand earthquakes and collapsed on a large scale.

Relief work continues

Rescue teams are continuously conducting operations in search of people trapped under the debris. Army, police, fire department and disaster management agencies are jointly engaged in relief work.

The government has appealed to people to stay away from affected areas and remain alert in view of aftershocks. At present, the eyes of the entire country are fixed on the relief and rescue operations.