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“Miraculous: Mother and Newborn Survive 32 Hours in Rubble”

A miraculous rescue story emerged from Venezuela’s recent double earthquake devastation, with a mother and her 18-day-old baby surviving for 32 hours under the rubble. Dayana Patino shielded her newborn, Juan David Trujillo, as their building collapsed in La Guaira. She managed to keep her baby alive by monitoring his breathing and conserving energy to call for help when she heard sounds above. Rescue workers first extracted Juan David, unharmed, followed by Dayana, who sustained leg injuries but credited her son for keeping her alert and motivated. The death toll from the earthquakes has risen to 1,450, with over 3,150 injured, and an estimated economic loss of $4.7-$8.7 billion. Rescue efforts have intensified with international teams aiding in the search for survivors amidst numerous aftershocks. The first few days post-disaster are crucial for rescue operations, and despite challenges in the health system, hospitals have managed an influx of patients through donations. Families displaced by structural damage have been forced to sleep outdoors, highlighting the ongoing impact of the earthquakes in Venezuela.

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