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Earth trembles again after devastation in Venezuela, death toll nears 1000; thousands of people still missing

By Samira Vishwas

Venezuela Earthquake Aftershocks: The South American country Venezuela is currently facing the worst natural disaster of its century. Two major earthquakes (magnitude 7.2 and 7.5) have created such a scene of devastation across the country that cities have been reduced to heaps of debris.

People had not yet recovered from this shock that on Saturday morning, panic spread due to earth shaking once again. According to reports, a 4.9 magnitude earthquake was felt in Venezuela on Saturday morning, which was described as an ‘aftershock’ of the previous devastating earthquake. Being seen as.

Death toll crosses 920

According to the reports of local administration and relief agencies, so far 920 people have lost their lives in this disaster. The number of injured is said to be more than 3,000, many of whom are in critical condition.

The biggest concern is about the thousands of people who are still missing. It is feared that they may be buried under the debris, due to which the death toll may increase significantly in the coming days. The situation in many areas is so dire that people are removing debris with bare hands to find their relatives.

After shock again increased the trouble

The 4.9 magnitude earthquake that occurred on Saturday morning has also posed a threat to the teams engaged in rescue operations. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of this new earthquake was at a depth of about 55 kilometers from the ground.

Although its intensity was less than the earlier tremors, the risk of collapse of the already dilapidated buildings has increased further. People are now afraid to go to their homes and are forced to spend the night under the open sky.

lend a helping hand

In this difficult time for Venezuela, India, in keeping with its friendship, has started Operation Amistad for humanitarian assistance. A special medical team of 41 members from 60 Para Field Hospital of the Indian Army has left for Venezuela in two aircraft of the Indian Air Force. The team comprises of 9 experienced military doctors, who will provide emergency medical services, surgery and trauma management in disaster affected areas.

Increasing incidents of earthquake globally

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of the 4.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Venezuela on Saturday morning was at a depth of about 55 kilometers from the ground. USGS also reported that a total of 93 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater have been recorded around the world this week. Which also includes tremors in Japan and Northern California.

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