Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 1,700
Two devastating earthquakes have struck northern Venezuela, killing more than 1,700 people with the death toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue. Among the survivors is a man who was trapped under rubble for five days before being rescued. Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has confirmed that Australia is providing consular assistance to seven individuals affected by the disaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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