Four-legged heroes: international dog squad helps save lives after Venezuela earthquakes
International dog squads are leading search and rescue efforts to locate survivors following earthquakes in Venezuela.
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International search dogs are deploying to help save lives after earthquakes struck Venezuela. Efforts have resulted in rescues from rubble, including a 25-year-old recent graduate who was found while still holding her dog.
Coverage from CNN, The New York Times, and Yahoo emphasizes the role of these four-legged rescuers in leading the way. The Telegraph reports that one dog was located under rubble eight days after the events.
Attention is now turning to unconventional locations for survivors and pets. According to AP News, Caracas Chronicles, and other outlets, search efforts for missing pets are occurring at a McDonald's, which is also being used as a war hospital.
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Quick answers
How long was one dog trapped under the rubble?
According to The Telegraph, a dog was found eight days after the earthquakes.
Who was rescued while holding their pet?
A 25-year-old recent graduate was pulled from the rubble while still holding onto her dog.
Where are survivors searching for missing pets?
According to AP News and Caracas Chronicles, survivors are searching for pets at a McDonald's.
Coverage (8)
- Dog found under rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes The Telegraph · 1d ago
- Recent Graduate, 25, Was Pulled from Rubble of Venezuela Earthquakes While Still Holding on to Her Beloved Dog People.com · 1d ago
- Four-legged rescuers lead way after Venezuela quakes Yahoo · 1d ago
- Recent Graduate, 25, Was Pulled from Rubble of Venezuela Earthquakes While Still Holding on to Her Beloved Dog AOL.com · 1d ago
- A War Hospital in a Looted McDonald’s Caracas Chronicles · 1d ago
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's AP News · 1d ago
- Dozens of Dogs Join Search for Venezuela Quake Survivors The New York Times · 1d ago
- Four-legged heroes: international dog squad helps save lives after Venezuela earthquakes CNN · 1d ago
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