The death toll from the powerful
twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month has climbed to nearly 3,000,
as international rescue teams begin winding down search operations.
According to the latest official
figures, 2,954 people have been killed and more than 16,500
injured. Thousands remain missing, raising fears that the death toll could
continue to rise.
On June 24, two powerful
earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck within seconds of each
other, devastating the coastal La Gu...