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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Survivor rescued after eight days under rubble in Venezuela

Hernán Gil, a security guard, was rescued after being trapped for eight days under the rubble of a building in Catia La Mar following major earthquakes in Venezuela. His survival was attributed to his security booth remaining intact, creating an air pocket beneath 140 tons of debris.

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Why It Matters

The rescue highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis and international relief efforts following earthquakes that have resulted in 2,295 confirmed deaths and 11,267 injuries.

Key Facts

  • Hernán Gil was rescued after being trapped for eight days under 140 tons of rubble.
  • The rescue operation lasted nearly 72 hours.
  • The earthquakes occurred on June 24 with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5.
  • Official death toll stands at 2,295 people.
  • Official injury count is 11,267 people.
  • Total rescues reported by the Venezuelan government is 6,461.
  • Between 2,500 and 3,000 foreign rescuers are currently in Venezuela.
  • The rescue team consisted of approximately 100 personnel from Chile, the U.S., Portugal, Costa Rica, and El Salvador.
  • Formal rescue operations began at 10:00 a.m. on Monday following initial contact on Sunday.

Who's Mentioned

locationLa Guaira“State where the rescue occurred.”organizationCruz Roja“International relief organization involved in the rescue.”organizationONU“United Nations coordinating relief efforts.”personMaría Paz Campos“Chilean firefighter who guided the rescue.”personGusbimar González“Wife of the survivor.”locationCatia La Mar“Location of the building collapse.”personHernán Gil“Survivor rescued after eight days under rubble.”personMinyar Collado“Red Cross rescuer from Costa Rica.”locationGalerías Playa Grande“Site of the building collapse.”