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Devastating Earthquakes Hit Venezuela, Causing Widespread Damage and Casualties

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On Wednesday evening, Venezuela experienced two significant earthquakes, with the second quake registering a magnitude of 7.5, following a 7.2 magnitude foreshock. As of Thursday morning, over 160 fatalities have been reported, with the number of injured individuals expected to rise. These earthquakes, the largest in over a century for Venezuela, were felt in neighboring Colombia and have caused severe damage to infrastructure, including a sharp decline in internet connectivity. The impact of these quakes is still being assessed, and further reports of damage are anticipated in the coming days.

Key Details: • First quake (7.2 magnitude) struck followed by a larger quake (7.5 magnitude) just 39 seconds later. • Confirmed death toll exceeds 160, with injuries in the hundreds. • Significant damage to buildings and infrastructure expected; ongoing assessments are in progress. • Internet connectivity severely impacted due to damage to telecommunications.

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