Hours After US Deportation, Over 100 Venezuelans Trapped In Deadly Earthquake

More than 100 Venezuelan nationals who were deported from the United States were caught in a deadly earthquake just hours after arriving in their home country, according to reports. The earthquake struck shortly after the group landed, leaving them trapped in the affected area.

The deportees had been returned to Venezuela as part of ongoing U.S. immigration enforcement actions. The earthquake, which caused significant destruction, hit the region where the individuals were processed upon arrival.

Rescue efforts are underway, but the status of the deported Venezuelans remains unclear. Authorities have not yet confirmed casualties or injuries among the group.

The incident highlights the dangers faced by deportees who are often returned to countries with unstable conditions. The earthquake has compounded the challenges for those already displaced by deportation.