American Heroes Pull Miracle Baby from Rubble Days After Catastrophic Venezuela Disaster

Liberty Check

• U.S. search-and-rescue teams saved an infant from beneath earthquake rubble more than 72 hours after twin earthquakes devastated Venezuela
• American USAR teams from Virginia, California, and Florida deployed 312 personnel, 18 canine teams, and over 200,000 pounds of specialized equipment
• The U.S. has pledged $150 million in emergency assistance as the death toll reaches 1,430 with more than 68,000 still missing

American search-and-rescue teams pulled an infant alive from beneath the rubble in Venezuela days after the country’s devastating earthquakes, the U.S. Department of State announced Saturday. The dramatic rescue came as emergency crews raced against time to locate survivors more than 72 hours after two powerful earthquakes struck the South American country.

The State Department shared video on social media showing U.S. personnel carefully extracting the infant from the debris as rescue operations continued around the clock.

“Against impossible odds, hope endures,” the State Department posted.

“American search and rescue teams rescued an infant from beneath the rubble following the earthquake in Venezuela. Every life saved is a victory.”

The White House also shared the video, calling it “America at its best.” Once again, American bravery and expertise stepped up when the world needed help most.

“Thank you to the American search and rescue teams providing assistance in Venezuela,” the White House wrote.

Round-the-clock rescue efforts have continued since magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck Venezuela’s northern coast Wednesday. As of Saturday evening, officials said the death toll from the twin earthquakes had reached 1,430.

Earlier Saturday, officials reported that 243 people had been rescued. According to reports, more than 68,000 people remain missing across the country.

Aid groups consider the first 48 to 72 hours after a disaster to be the most critical window for finding survivors, though access to food and water can extend that period. The infant’s rescue demonstrated that miracles can still happen even as that window closes.

Venezuelan officials said 17 flights carrying more than 1,600 rescue personnel had arrived Saturday to assist with search-and-rescue efforts. Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams from Virginia, California and Florida were dispatched to Venezuela on Friday to help search collapsed buildings.

According to the State Department, the three USAR teams include 312 personnel and 18 canine teams, including firefighters, physicians, structural engineers and canine search specialists. The teams also deployed more than 200,000 pounds of specialized rescue equipment.

The Los Angeles County team includes 73 members equipped with concrete-breaking equipment and specialized listening devices used to detect survivors trapped beneath debris. These highly trained professionals represent the best of American expertise and compassion.

Rescuers have fanned out across La Guaira, where the worst destruction occurred, and parts of Caracas, where families and volunteers have spent days pulling survivors and victims from the rubble. The scenes of devastation have been heartbreaking, with entire neighborhoods reduced to piles of concrete and twisted metal.

The United States has pledged $150 million in emergency assistance and support for international relief organizations responding to the disaster. This substantial commitment reflects American values and our willingness to help those in desperate need, regardless of political differences.

Americans deserve better leadership that prioritizes helping those in crisis while protecting our own interests at home.