A devastating series of earthquakes has struck northern Venezuela, resulting in a significant loss of life. The official death toll has risen to around 235, with thousands more injured. In the aftermath of the disaster, local communities have come together to search for survivors trapped in rubble.

Neighbors are working to dig through the debris to locate loved ones. Further details on the situation are available from NBC Bay Area, including the latest updates on the rescue efforts and the number of people affected, which includes at least 4,300 injured.