Mother Dayana Patino pulled from Venezuela rubble with 18-day-old son Juan David who helped her stay alive
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Mother Dayana Patino pulled from Venezuela rubble with 18-day-old son Juan David who helped her stay alive

BBC··29 Jun

BBC reported June 29 twin earthquakes killed at least 1450 people. Dayana held baby close in darkness after eighth-floor apartment collapsed in La Guaira. She felt bible beneath her and screamed when brother found her after hours trapped.

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What It Means For You

  • Earthquake rescue stories offer rare hope.
  • Venezuela faces massive humanitarian crisis.
  • Search operations are winding down.

What's Happening

  • Mother and newborn were rescued from rubble.
  • At least 1450 people have died.
  • Thousands remain missing.

Disaster Context

  • Quakes hit Wednesday in La Guaira.
  • Brother led rescue operation.
  • Family lost home and belongings.
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