Venezuela Earthquake Crisis Deepens | Spokane News

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Two devastating earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5, struck Venezuela within seconds, killing over 2,200 and injuring more than 11,000. Rescue teams, including international volunteers, have pulled more than 6,000 survivors from the rubble — but hope for more lives is fading as tens of thousands remain unaccounted for. The stench of decomposition lingers in the hardest-hit zones, underscoring the grim reality. With overwhelmed morgues, displaced families, and crumbling infrastructure, Venezuela’s disaster response is strained by economic hardship and poor communication. As officials pivot to…