Venezuela's earthquake toll rises to at least 920 dead as rescuers race against time

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The death toll from the twin earthquakes in north-central Venezuela has risen to at least 920 with over 3,360 injured. Rescue efforts continue amid narrowing chances to find survivors, as some remain trapped under rubble according to the National Assembly president Jorge Rodríguez.

The number of victims from the twin earthquake that struck north-central Venezuela on Wednesday rose to at least 920 dead and 3,360 injured, according to the toll given on Friday by the president of the National Assembly, Jorge Rodríguez, who specified that at least 172 people remain trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams worked against the clock more than 48 hours after the quakes, as the chances of finding survivors narrowed.