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International community pledges aid to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes

The United States Geological Survey has estimated that the final death toll could be between 10,000 and 100,000 people.

Euronews

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.

Bangkok Post

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.

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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.

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First Thing: Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela as death toll reaches 164

Buildings collapse after twin 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude quakes. Plus, why apartment renters are facing a rising tide of fees

The Guardian - UK

We would like to hear from people affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela

How have you been affected? What help are you receiving? How are you coping?

The Guardian - UK

Scientists find thousands of earthquakes in a perfectly straight line in Alaska, revealing a hidden 'microplate'

Tiny earthquakes that emerge in a strikingly linear pattern revealed the Yakutat microplate, which may be focusing volcano and earthquake activity.

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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.

Latin Times

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.

International Business Times UK

After quakes, Venezuela must unblock social media access: UN experts

UN experts are urging Venezuela to immediately restore access to social media and news outlets following devastating twin earthquakes. The powerful tremors, which killed at least 32 people and damaged infrastructure, have created a critical need for information. Authorities are being pressed to prioritize human rights in the disaster response,…

The Economic Times

Trump says US is ‘ready, willing and able to help’ Venezuela after devastating earthquakes

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The Independent UK

Trump offers to help ‘great friends’ in Venezuela after devastating earthquakes leave dozens dead

Addressing the situation in Venezuela, President Trump claimed that ‘early reports are not good’ amid estimates thousands may have been killed

The Independent UK

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…

France 24

Venezuela earthquake mapped: Death toll ‘could exceed 10,000’ after powerful twin tremors

At least 32 people confirmed dead and over 700 injured after back-to-back tremors collapse buildings

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Twin earthquakes threaten Venezuela’s fragile recovery as GDP loss feared, oil output at risk

Twin earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela have dealt a potentially devastating blow to an economy already on the brink, raising fears of a prolonged setback to the country's fragile recovery under its US-backed interim government.

The Conversation

Was Venezuela struck by an earthquake ‘doublet’? Here’s what we know so far

On Wednesday evening just after 6pm local time, two earthquakes violently shook northern Venezuela.

The Independent UK

Bulletin AM briefing: Back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela and Farage referred to financial regulator

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Powerful back-to-back earthquakes hit Venezuela as state of emergency declared

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Venezuela reeling after powerful twin earthquakes as promises of aid pour in

Powerful back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, collapsing buildings and sending panicked residents into the streets as communities across the South American country sustained damage

The Economic Times

3.8 magnitude earthquake hits Nepal, reports National Centre of Seismology

Nepal experienced a 3.8 magnitude earthquake early Thursday morning, with its epicenter located at a depth of 25 kilometers. Meanwhile, Japan's Prime Minister urged vigilance following a strong earthquake off Iwate Prefecture, though no tsunami threat was reported. Separately, Caracas, Venezuela, was struck by two powerful earthquakes on Wednesday evening,…

The Times of India

Watch: Moment powerful earthquake hits Venezuela's Caracas airport; dust clouds rise, passengers run for shelter

Venezuela's main international gateway, Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía near Caracas, was forced to shut down after twin powerful earthquakes caused significant damage to its infrastructure on Thursday.

The Economic Times

Venezuela earthquakes: PM Modi expresses condolences, says India stands ready to extend assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed India's deep sorrow over the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. Expressing heartfelt condolences to the Venezuelan government and its people, particularly those who lost loved ones, he assured them of India's solidarity. The Prime Minister also wished for the swift recovery of the injured and pledged…

Euronews

At least 164 killed and 971 injured in powerful Venezuela earthquakes

Residents of the capital Caracas were forced to evacuate their residences and seek shelter outdoors as the quakes, which struck less than 200 km from the capital, caused widespread damage.

The Economic Times

Venezuela Earthquake: 'Devastating no. of deaths, early reports not good', Trump says US willing to help

President Donald Trump expressed deep concern over twin earthquakes in Venezuela, reporting a devastating loss of life. He pledged U.S. assistance to the nation's "new and great friends," with government agencies instructed to prepare for swift action. The powerful tremors, striking near Moron, caused buildings to collapse in the capital,…

Bangkok Post

Mothers search, men weep amid debris of Venezuela quakes

CARACAS - "Antonio, it's your mom, I'm right here," a mother's desperate cries bounced off the rubble of a 22-story building in Caracas that collapsed following two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela on Wednesday.

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