A newborn baby was pulled alive from the wreckage of a collapsed building in Caracas yesterday, as Royal Navy disaster response teams continued their search for survivors following the devastating earthquake that struck the region three days ago. The infant, just hours old, was found cradled in the arms of its deceased mother, who had shielded it from the falling concrete. The rescue team, part of the UK’s rapid deployment unit, were praised by local officials for their skill and humanity.
“This is a miracle,” said Dr. Maria Gonzalez, a local paediatrician treating the baby. “The team worked tirelessly, using sniffer dogs and listening devices.
They didn’t give up.” The Royal Navy unit, stationed in the Caribbean for humanitarian missions, was among the first international responders. Commander James Hartley said: “We are trained for moments like this.
Every life is precious and we will continue until every survivor is found.” The Prime Minister has since pledged an additional £10 million in aid, with union leaders calling for long-term support for rebuilding efforts. The baby, named Esperanza by nurses, is now in stable condition.
Her rescue offers a rare moment of hope amid the devastation that has claimed over 2,000 lives.
