Venezuela's quake death toll climbs to 589 as the rescue window narrows

The number of victims from the twin earthquake that struck north-central Venezuela on Wednesday rose to at least 589 dead and 2,980 injured, according to the toll given on Friday by acting President Delcy Rodríguez, who warned that the figure would keep rising.

Rescue teams worked against the clock through the rubble as the first 72 hours —considered critical for finding survivors— drew to a close. ...