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Rescue work underway after quakes rock Venezuela, 'high casualties' likely
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck about 100 miles west of Caracas, with a magnitude 7.5 tremor hitting less than a minute later, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
TL;DR
- Two strong earthquakes, 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, hit west of Caracas, Venezuela.
- Buildings collapsed in Caracas, trapping people and leading to injuries.
- The U.S. Geological Survey warned of potentially high casualties and widespread destruction.
- Emergency services, including fire departments and police, have been activated for rescue efforts.
- Damage reported in various parts of Caracas, with some areas experiencing structural collapses.
- The U.S. embassy is monitoring the situation and advising citizens to seek shelter.
- A tsunami threat was briefly issued for some Caribbean islands but later withdrawn.
- Venezuela is located in a seismically active zone.