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From the rubble in Venezuela, an unexpected story of survival cuts through days of tragedy
By Juan Pablo Arraez And Megan Janetsky, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
A mix of rescue teams and civilians on Sunday peered at a mountain of rubble almost indistinguishable from the other ruins lining swathes of the northern Venezuelan coast following two devastating earthquakes. In the days since Wednesday's 7.2 and 7.5 quakes, search teams and locals had believed ...
Key takeaway 5 quakes, search teams and locals had believed that there were no signs of life under the concrete mass in La Guaira state, one of the hardest-hit areas.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the story of a father and son rescued from the rubble in Venezuela serves as a poignant reminder of the impact that international disasters can have on local communities. Many residents of the Houston area, including Piney Point Village, have ties to Venezuela or have been affected by similar natural disasters in the region. The rescue efforts, led in part by a team from Virginia, also highlight the role that US-based rescue teams play in responding to global disasters. As the people of Venezuela begin the long process of recovery, residents of Piney Point Village may be inspired to support relief efforts or reflect on their own community's preparedness for natural disasters. The story also underscores the importance of international cooperation and solidarity in the face of tragedy, values that are deeply relevant to the diverse and globally-connected community of Piney Point Village.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A mix of rescue teams and civilians on Sunday peered at a mountain of rubble almost indistinguishable from the other ruins lining swathes of the northern Venezuelan coast following two devastating earthquakes. In the days since Wednesday's 7.2 and 7.5 quakes, search teams and locals had believed ...
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