Arabic version: فنزويلا تنقذ ولدين من أنقاض الزلزال

Two 11-year-old boys have separately been rescued from the rubble of collapsed buildings in Venezuela, following powerful earthquakes that struck the country. Video footage captured the moment Moises was pulled from the debris, his eyes shielded from the sun, as rescuers applauded. Hours later, interim President Delcy Rodríguez announced the rescue of another boy, also 11, sharing a video of him being carried down a mound of wreckage on a stretcher.

According to BBC News, the earthquakes, measuring magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, occurred within a span of 39 seconds, leading to at least 1,450 confirmed deaths and tens of thousands of people reported missing. Rescuers remain hopeful that more survivors could be found, especially if they have access to food and water beneath the debris.

The coastal region of La Guaira, where the town of Caraballeda is located, was hit particularly hard. Rescuers have been facing challenges due to aftershocks that have left residents terrified. Many families are digging through the rubble by hand, desperately trying to locate their loved ones. Some have reported hearing voices beneath the concrete but are unable to move the heavy debris.

The local golf course in Caraballeda has transformed into a makeshift hospital and donation center, providing shelter and supplies for those who have lost everything. Meanwhile, international rescue teams from various countries, including Mexico, Spain, and the United States, have joined the search efforts, deploying hundreds of personnel and specialized equipment.

Frustration is mounting among residents regarding the pace of the government’s response. While interim President Rodríguez assured that the social protection system is in place to help families, many areas remain untouched by debris removal efforts. The situation continues to evolve as rescue operations strive to reach those still trapped in the rubble.