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Venezuelan Missing‑Person Websites List Numbers Far From Earthquake Zone

After the recent earthquake in Venezuela, several online platforms began cataloguing missing persons. The sites compile tallies that are repeatedly cited by news outlets. After the recent earthquake in Venezuela, several online platforms began cataloguing

missing persons. The sites compile tallies that are repeatedly cited by news outlets. Critics of the government’s disaster response also reference the figures. Data collection faces problems such as duplicate submissions. Despite these flaws, the reported numbers

remain significantly higher than expected for the quake zone. Observers suggest the discrepancy may reflect gaps in official reporting. The reliance on these websites underscores public concern over the missing. Watch for further verification efforts and

official statements on the casualty counts.

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