- Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 589, says acting President Delcy Rodriguez
- Nearly 3,000 people injured in the two powerful quakes on Wednesday evening
- La Guaira state is the hardest hit area and has been placed under military control
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela rose to 589, with 2,980 injured, acting President Delcy Rodriguez said early Friday.
She made the announcement surrounded by government and military officials as she welcomed the arrival of rescue crews from all over the world.
"We are going to rescue the people who are trapped," she said. "We are working tirelessly on this task."
She said the state of La Guaira has been hardest hit by the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes that struck Wednesday evening, noting that it has been militarised as crews search for survivors and distribute food and water.
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