Veronique Durroux
Coverage of Veronique Durroux in the Nexus archive.
- Venezuela earthquake death toll rises as hospitals face collapse
Venezuela's twin earthquakes have killed at least 2,295 people and injured over 11,000, with hospitals struggling amid a medical crisis worsened by a collapsing healthcare system and unsanitary conditions. The U.S. has deployed 900 military personnel and pledged $300 million in aid, while the UN estimates quake-related damage at over $6.7 billion.
- Venezuelan medics fear earthquake aftermath will trigger widening medical crisis
Venezuelan doctors warn that the aftermath of twin earthquakes could trigger a worsening medical crisis due to untreated injuries, poor sanitation, and an overburdened healthcare system. The U.S. military has deployed 900 personnel to assist with relief efforts, while international teams from countries like Ecuador and Israel are aiding search-and-rescue operations.