Rescue teams and volunteers continued searching for survivors across northern Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck within a minute of each other, killing at least 235 people and injuring around 4,300, according to government officials. The twin earthquakes, measured by the United States Geological Survey at magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, hit late Wednesday, causing widespread […]
Venezuela earthquake
235 dead as twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela
Venezuela is battling one of its deadliest natural disasters in decades after two powerful earthquakes struck within a minute of each other, leaving at least 235 people dead and causing widespread destruction. The first 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit about 160 kilometres west of Caracas, followed by a stronger 7.5-magnitude tremor, triggering building collapses, severe infrastructure damage […]
Twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela, death toll reaches 164
Venezuela is facing a major humanitarian disaster after two powerful earthquakes struck the country within seconds of each other, killing at least 164 people and injuring 971. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez said the figures remain provisional as rescue teams continue searching for survivors, particularly in La Guaira state, where the destruction has been the most […]
Venezuela declares emergency after powerful quakes
Two powerful earthquakes struck western Venezuela, causing widespread destruction and raising fears of a major humanitarian crisis. The magnitude 7.1 and 7.5 earthquakes hit west of the capital, Caracas, within a short period. The disaster has affected thousands of residents and prompted emergency measures across the country. The powerful tremors damaged buildings, infrastructure, and essential […]