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Deadly twin earthquakes strike Venezuela

On Wednesday, June 2026, two powerful earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck Venezuela, with epicenters near Yumare, approximately 300 kilometers from Caracas. Official reports state that 1,450 people have died, while 189 buildings have completely collapsed and 774 sustained severe damage. The United Nations estimates that approximately 50,000 people remain missing, though some sources speculate the number of missing could be higher. Rescue operations continue, involving 39 international teams from countries including the United States, France, Mexico, and Spain. Despite the passing of the critical 72-hour survival window, several survivors, including a father and his son, were pulled from the rubble in Caraballeda. The event has caused significant economic strain, with potential damage costs estimated at 6.7 billion dollars. Local officials reported the rising death toll while coordinating aid efforts from 24 countries.

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