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The $10 Billion Twin Earthquakes: Venezuela Braces for a Historic Economic Blow

Venezuela's twin earthquakes may leave behind one of the costliest natural disasters in the country's history, with U.S. earthquake experts warning that the economic impact could reach as much as 7% of the nation's gross domestic product (GDP) as authorities race to assess the full extent of the devastation.

Latin Times · Jun 26

Venezuelans hunt for survivors after quakes kill at least 235

Rescuers used heavy machinery and their bare hands on Friday in a race to save survivors of twin earthquakes in Venezuela that killed at least 235 people, hurt thousands and flattened scores of buildings. At the site of one of those flattened buildings, workers used sledgehammers to break the debris…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Dramatic moment woman pulled from rubble after Venezuela earthquake kills hundreds

Around 50,000 people have been reported missing after the twin earthquakes near Caracas

The Independent UK · Jun 26

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U.S. Experts Warn Venezuela's Twin Earthquakes Could Leave More Than 10,000 Dead, Worst-Case Estimate Tops 100,000

Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes may ultimately leave more than 10,000 people dead, according to a new assessment by U.S. earthquake experts, who warn that the disaster has the potential to become one of the deadliest seismic events in modern Latin American history.

Latin Times · Jun 26

Satellite images of Venezuela show devastation caused by double earthquake

Hundreds of buildings have been destroyed across Venezuela as the most powerful earthquake in a century hit the country

The Independent UK · Jun 26

What is a 'doublet' earthquake? The science behind Venezuela’s strongest quake in over a century

The two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela’s northern coast on Wednesday, killing more than 180 people, were part of a seismic phenomenon known as a “doublet”. The twin tremors marked Venezuela’s strongest earthquake in more than a century and left the country grappling with widespread destruction.

The Times of India · Jun 26

Venezuela Earthquakes Kill at Least 235 as Families Await News and Rescuers Race Through Rubble

Two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, killing at least 235 people and injuring over 4,300. Rescue teams race against time to find survivors amid widespread destruction.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

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Venezuela earthquakes latest: Death toll soars to 589 with over 50,000 missing and US military arrives for aid efforts

The support comes six months after US forces captured Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones after 2 deadly earthquakes

In cities across northern Venezuela, neighbors were helping each other dig through the rubble from back-to-back earthquakes

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Quake-hit Venezuela's hospitals care for children left alone

CARACAS - Teenager Yenderlin Cabarza waited alone in an emergency room on Thursday, her bones broken by two powerful earthquakes that devastated Venezuela the day before.

Bangkok Post · Jun 25

Things to know about the Venezuela earthquakes

A rare double earthquake ravaged Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 188 people and leaving more than 200 trapped

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Venezuelans in US launch aid drives after earthquakes despite Caracas airport closure

The United States government and other nations have also committed to providing aid

The Independent UK · Jun 25

The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a 'doublet.' Here's how they happen

The deadly earthquakes that have struck Venezuela’s northern coast were an event known as a “doublet.”

The Independent UK · Jun 25

More than 30,000 missing and 188 dead after Venezuela’s worst earthquake in a century

Residents described ‘horror movie’ scenes as bodies and survivors were pulled from huge mounds of rubble

The Independent UK · Jun 25

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The Guardian - UK · Jun 25

‘Paralysed by fear’: Venezuelans tell of escape and loss after huge earthquakes

People in Caracas and coastal towns describe powerful quakes that collapsed buildings and killed at least 164

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25

Scenes of destruction after deadly earthquakes in Venezuela – visual guide

Rescue efforts under way after buildings reduced to rubble in capital and along northern coast

The Independent UK · Jun 25

‘It looked like a war’: Venezuelans recall horror moment earthquake sent buildings crashing to ground

Witnesses recalled people screaming for help during the country’s most powerful earthquake in a century

International Business Times UK · Jun 25

Can Two Earthquakes Happen at Once? Venezuela Experiences 7.2 and 7.5 'Doublet' Quake Just 39 Seconds Apart

At least 164 people have died following a rare 'seismic doublet' that struck Venezuela with back-to-back earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5.

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Latin Times · Jun 25

La Guaira "A Disaster Zone": Venezuela's Coast Bears the Brunt of Twin Quakes

Venezuela's quake toll passes 160 dead, 971 hurt. La Guaira hit hardest as global aid pours in. Latest on rescues, damage, and how to help.

Bangkok Post · Jun 25

Thousands feared dead after Venezuela quakes

CARACAS - Thousands of Venezuelans were feared dead on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes wreaked havoc in and around the capital Caracas, trapping people beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings and setting ‌off powerful aftershocks.

International Business Times UK · Jun 25

Venezuela Earthquake Throws Caracas Into Chaos as Buildings Collapse, Stadium Shakes Mid-Game and Boat Is Tossed at Sea

Venezuela's capital, Caracas, was struck by devastating earthquakes, causing building collapses, airport closures, and widespread fear. Thousands are feared dead, with significant economic losses anticipated.

Bored Panda · Jun 25

After Catastrophic Earthquakes Hit Venezuela, Here Are 22 Harrowing Clips That Reveal The Full Horror Of It

Alarming footage captured terrified residents scrambling for safety as two huge earthquakes hit Venezuela in less than a minute.

Latin Times · Jun 25

Venezuela Declares Emergency As Twin Tremors Leave Nation Reeling and Searching

Twin earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 hit Venezuela seconds apart, collapsing Caracas buildings. State of emergency declared; aftershocks and aid in focus.

International Business Times UK · Jun 25

Earthquake Cluster Rocks Venezuela, California and Japan Within Seven Hours, Says USGS

Venezuela, California, and Japan experienced significant earthquakes within seven hours. Venezuela declared a state of calamity, while international support poured in. Experts confirm the quakes are unrelated.

France 24 · Jun 25

Death toll rises to at least 188, more than 200 trapped

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped. Many more were feared dead. Read our blog to see how the day's events…

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