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Fuel Shortages Stall Venezuela Rescue Efforts as Cranes Sit Idle
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Excavators and cranes at rescue sites in Venezuela were unable to operate after an earthquake last week due to fuel shortages, according to reports. Recovery efforts in La Guaira state were affected, leaving some debris uncleared in hard-hit areas. Specific details on the number of affected sites and timeline for fuel delivery were not provided.
