Venezuela earthquake survivors rescued days after back-to-back quakes

In early July 2026, Venezuela was hit by back-to-back earthquakes that killed nearly 2,600 people and left tens of thousands missing. Rescue teams pulled survivors from the rubble days later, including a man rescued after eight days and a woman who spent 32 hours trapped with her newborn. One survivor was found alive after more than a week, reportedly telling rescuers, "Don't tell my wife."