In Venezuela, the aftermath of the earthquakes is still shaping daily life, and for many families the central question remains unchanged: are their relatives alive? One of them is Gabriela Yanez, who is spending day and night at the ruins of her home, hoping for word about the people she loves.

More than a week has now passed since the earthquakes, but uncertainty has not eased for residents. According to Yle, Yanez is among those who still have no confirmed information about the fate of their relatives, showing how slowly news can move after a disaster.

The situation also highlights how long the waiting can last after a natural disaster, even when the shaking itself is over. For many families, staying near the ruins is the only way to catch even the smallest sign that someone may have survived.