A devastating series of earthquakes has struck northern Venezuela, resulting in significant loss of life. The death toll has risen to 589 people, with many more injured. In the affected cities, community efforts are underway to search for those trapped.

Neighbors are working together to dig through rubble in an attempt to locate loved ones. Further details on the situation are available from ABC13 Houston, including the full extent of the injuries, with almost 3,000 people reported hurt. For more information, readers can refer to the source.