The death toll in Venezuela could reach enormous proportions. Musk will help in the rescue operation
The latest news from Venezuela is chilling. After the earthquake, 40,000 people have still not been found. people. Elon Musk’s company rushed to help.
In Venezuela, the earth shook twice since Wednesday, June 24. The first time the quakes had a magnitude of 7.2. The second one, which came just 39 seconds later, was 7.5.
Venezuela. The number of earthquake victims is increasing
Presenting the latest death toll, the Venezuelan Minister of Health said at least 235 dead, 4,300 injured and as many as 40,000. missing persons. Local services are therefore aware that even with a perfect rescue operation and a reduction in the number of missing people after the initial chaos is under control, the final number of victims may still increase dramatically. According to the US Geological Survey, the death toll from the disaster may exceed 10,000.
Venezuelans describing Wednesday’s tremors compare them to horror movies. Rescuers are making their way through the rubble, every now and then carrying shocked survivors out from under collapsed buildings. Separated families are desperate to find their loved ones, fearing that they have been trapped in a deadly trap.
Elon Musk helps Venezuela. Delcy Rodriguez thanks you
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency and ordered the closure of the country’s main international airport. She also thanked Elon Musk for the now extremely needed support.
The billionaire shared his Starlinks to support the rescue operation. Thanks to access to the Internet, at least some of the missing people will be able to send invaluable information to search groups and their loved ones.
“To those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, Starlink is providing free services until July 25. We are also working quickly on the deployment of Starlink terminals to restore connections in the hardest-hit regions,” company representatives reported on X.
“Thank you to Elon Musk and the Starlink team for supporting those affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela with free communications. Every connection matters at a time like this,” emphasized the country’s interim president.
