Desperation mounts as officials say death toll from Venezuela earthquake rises to 1,430

The death toll from the Venezuela earthquake has risen to 1,430, increasing from 920. Senior politician Jorge Rodriguez reported that 3,238 individuals were injured and 3,142 people are now homeless. Desperation is mounting among the population as rescue operations are complicated by persistent aftershocks. Officials continue to monitor the crisis as the number of casualties climbs, highlighting the severe impact of the seismic activity on the region's infrastructure and its displaced citizens.