Two Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela, Causing Widespread Damage and Casualties
Two powerful earthquakes, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, struck northern Venezuela, including Caracas, causing dozens of buildings to collapse, roads to split, and likely high casualties. The quakes were the strongest to hit the country in a century, prompting rescue efforts.
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Two powerful earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela on Wednesday afternoon, hitting Caracas
Dozens of buildings have collapsed in the capital and the airport roof has caved in, according to first official reports. The number of injured is unknown and it is unclear whether there are fatalities
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Venezuela experienced a shocking dual earthquake event, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, striking near San Felipe and Yumare. The tremors led to extensive damage including collapsed buildings and disrupted transport, particularly affecting multiple states and the capital, Caracas. Video footage captured the chaos as residents evacuated swaying structures amidst fears of impending aftershocks.
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The quakes were the strongest to hit the country in a century, and resulted in buildings collapsing in the Capital Caracasas.
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