rescue teams
Coverage of rescue teams in the Nexus archive.
- Volunteers vow to keep searching for Venezuela earthquake survivors
Rescue teams in Venezuela's La Guaira State are committed to continuing their search for earthquake survivors, vowing never to give up.
- Rescue teams wind down operations as death toll nears 3,000
Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes killed nearly 3,000 people, according to updated official figures. International rescue teams have begun winding down search operations for survivors in the rubble, with tens of thousands still missing.
- Venezuela: Two weeks after the earthquakes, rescuers hunt for last signs of life
Two weeks after the earthquakes that devastated Venezuela, rescue teams are searching for the last signs of life as hope of finding survivors fades. Over 2,500 people have died so far.
- Rescue teams in Venezuela cling to hope as president defends response
Rescuers in Venezuela continue searching for survivors eight days after two major earthquakes, as hope dwindles. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez denies claims of a slow government response to the disaster that has killed over 2,000 people.
- Bihar workers among 8 killed as massive rock collapse hits quarry near Bengaluru
Eight workers were killed in a massive rock collapse at a stone quarry near Bengaluru. Several victims were daily-wage labourers from Bihar. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate potential safety violations and negligence.
- Grief and optimism clash in scramble to locate survivors 4 days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams are working to find survivors in Venezuela four days after two powerful earthquakes struck the northern state of La Guaira. The government reported 1,450 deaths from the quakes and faces criticism for an inadequate response.
- From the rubble in Venezuela, an unexpected story of survival cuts through days of tragedy
A father and son were rescued after four days trapped under rubble in Venezuela following two devastating 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes. Rescue teams from Virginia, France, and Venezuela, alongside civilians, pulled the pair to safety, offering a rare moment of hope amid a disaster that has claimed 1,450 lives and left thousands injured or missing.
- Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams are working to locate survivors four days after two powerful earthquakes struck the northern state of La Guaira in Venezuela. The earthquakes caused significant damage, leaving people trapped under rubble.
- Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams are working to save survivors four days after two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela's northern La Guaira state. The efforts focus on pulling people from the rubble as time runs out.
- Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams are working to save survivors four days after two powerful earthquakes struck La Guaira state in Venezuela. Teams are racing to pull people from rubble in the aftermath.
- Teams scramble to locate survivors four days after Venezuela earthquakes
Local and international rescue teams are working to locate survivors in Venezuela's La Guaira state four days after two powerful earthquakes. Efforts focus on pulling people from rubble in the aftermath of the seismic events.
- From the rubble in Venezuela, an unexpected story of survival cuts through days of tragedy
Rescue teams and civilians in Venezuela are examining rubble from two devastating earthquakes that have left significant damage along the northern coast. The scene is described as nearly indistinguishable from other ruined areas in the region.
- Rescue efforts continue after Venezuela earthquakes; Venezuelans in Chicago gather in prayer
Rescue teams in Venezuela continue efforts to save survivors from rubble following two powerful earthquakes in the northern state of La Guaira. Venezuelans in Chicago have gathered in prayer for those affected.
- "If you are alive, make any noise": Venezuela searches rubble on day four
Venezuelan rescue teams are searching rubble on the fourth day following twin earthquakes that killed over 1,400 people and left tens of thousands unaccounted for. The quote 'If you are alive, make any noise' is part of their efforts to locate survivors.
- "If you are alive, make any noise": Venezuela searches rubble on day four
Rescue teams in Venezuela are working on the fourth day to search rubble after twin earthquakes killed over 1,400 people and left tens of thousands unaccounted for.
- Venezuela earthquakes: Search intensifies for hundreds trapped
Venezuela experienced twin earthquakes resulting in at least 920 confirmed deaths and 51,000 missing individuals. Rescue teams are urgently searching for survivors.
- In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history
Rescue teams in Caracas are working to reach people trapped under rubble as hope fades and anger grows. The situation is described as the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history.
- Venezuela's quake death toll climbs to 589 as the rescue window narrows
The death toll from a twin earthquake in Venezuela has risen to 589 dead and 2,980 injured, according to acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who warned the figure will continue to rise. Rescue teams are working against the clock as the critical 72-hour window for finding survivors nears its end.
- Venezuela hunts for survivors of twin quakes as it waits for foreign aid
Venezuela's health minister reports 235 deaths and tens of thousands missing after twin earthquakes on June 24. Emergency workers are searching rubble, with international rescue teams and US military aid arriving. The US Treasury issued a license allowing relief transactions that would otherwise be banned under sanctions.
- Crews race to Venezuela earthquake survivors trapped in rubble; at least 188 killed
At least 188 people have died and thousands are missing after two earthquakes (magnitude-7.5 and 7.2) struck northern Venezuela. Rescue teams are working to save survivors trapped in the rubble caused by the strongest earthquakes in over a century.
- Venezuelans search rubble for quake survivors with thousands feared dead
Venezuelans searched for survivors under collapsed buildings after a pair of powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, resulting in at least 164 deaths. Rescue teams are working in the hardest-hit areas as thousands are feared dead.
- 2 powerful quakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 and injuring nearly 1,000
Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000. Rescue teams are responding to the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude quakes, the strongest in over a century.
- Massive fire at H-9 weekly bazaar guts hundreds of stalls in Islamabad
A massive fire broke out at Islamabad’s H-9 Weekly Bazaar on Tuesday night, destroying hundreds of stalls in Block C, primarily shoe stalls. Rescue teams from Islamabad and Rawalpindi responded, and the blaze marked the fifth fire at the bazaar since 2017, raising concerns about safety standards and firefighting preparedness.
- Inquiry ordered after building fire kills 15 in north India city
An inquiry has been ordered following a building fire in a north Indian city that resulted in 15 deaths. Witnesses reported people jumping from windows to escape, and rescue teams broke through a wall to save lives.
- Desperate search in California for missing girl, swept away by rip currents
Rescue teams in Orange County, California, are searching for a young girl swept away by rip currents. The girl's mother and sibling were rescued after a wave and strong currents carried them out. Jonathan Vigliotti reported the incident.
- Family of Auburn University student missing in Japan staying in country amid search
Rescue teams searched for a 20-year-old Auburn University student missing during a family vacation in Japan. The student's family remains in the country amid the ongoing search.
- Rescue teams find five of seven trapped in Laos cave
Rescue teams in Laos have located five of the seven Lao nationals trapped in a cave in Xaisomboun province after a landslide blocked their exit. The incident occurred when the group entered the cave last week.
- Rescue teams celebrate as survivors found in Laos cave
Rescue teams in Laos celebrated the discovery of survivors in a cave. The successful rescue operation highlights ongoing efforts to locate and save individuals trapped in the cave.
- Rescue teams scouring park after teenage boy 'entered water and never came out' on scorching bank holiday Monday
Rescue teams are searching a park after a 16-year-old boy reportedly entered water and disappeared during a heatwave on a bank holiday Monday. The incident occurred on a scorching day, raising concerns about water safety.
- Ukraine: Kyiv residents endure 'worst night of the year' over the weekend
Kyiv residents experienced the worst night of the year due to massive Russian strikes over the weekend, resulting in significant casualties and ongoing rescue operations. The attacks primarily targeted the city center but were largely repelled by Kyiv's air defense systems.
- Toxic gases hinder rescue efforts inside deadly China mine
Toxic gases are preventing rescue teams from reaching deeper sections of a coal mine in China that exploded. The hazardous conditions are complicating efforts to locate survivors or recover victims.