Families of the victims of a devastating earthquake in Venezuela are being forced to identify their loved ones at a makeshift morgue, as local services are overwhelmed.

The disaster, which struck earlier this week, has left a trail of destruction and loss of life, with hundreds of people reported dead or missing.

In the aftermath of the quake, families have been gathering at the makeshift morgue, a large tent set up in an open area near the disaster zone.

Here, they are faced with the heart-wrenching task of identifying their relatives, using photographs and personal belongings to confirm their identities.

According to eyewitnesses, the scene at the morgue is chaotic, with bodies being laid out in rows and families searching desperately for their loved ones.

Many of those affected by the quake have been left without access to basic necessities, such as food and water, and are in dire need of assistance.

The international community has pledged support to Venezuela in the aftermath of the disaster, with aid teams and emergency responders working to provide relief to those affected.

Relief Efforts Underway

As families continue to search for their loved ones, aid teams are working tirelessly to provide critical assistance to those in need.

Emergency responders are distributing food, water, and medical supplies to affected areas, while aid teams are working to establish a system for identifying and repatriating the bodies of those who have died.

The international community has come together to offer support, with many countries sending teams of aid workers and medical professionals to assist in the relief efforts.