Rescuers in Venezuela pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from the rubble of a collapsed building eight days after earthquakes struck the country. The operation, which began several days prior, was described as a symbol of hope following the devastation.
Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park, according to BBC US. Rescuers encouraged him as they worked to reach him.
PBS Newshour reported that the rescue was considered a “small miracle cutting through a week of tragedy.” The individual was located in the basement of a building.
Newsmax stated the grueling days-long operation concluded with the successful extraction of the security guard, highlighting it as a beacon of hope after the twin earthquakes.
The earthquakes caused significant damage and prompted rescue efforts across affected areas. Details regarding the extent of the devastation beyond this specific rescue have not been reported in these sources.
As of Thursday, the rescued individual was alive following the multi-day operation. Further information regarding his condition or ongoing recovery has not been provided by the available sources.
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