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Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela: Destruction & Panic in Caracas

Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela: Destruction & Panic in Caracas

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Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela: Destruction & Panic in Caracas🟠Two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, struck in quick... 25.06.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela: Destruction & Panic in Caracas🟠Two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, struck in quick succession on Wednesday evening, about 160 km west of Caracas.🟠Preliminary reports indicate at least 32 people were killed and around 700 injured.🟠The interior minister confirmed the collapse of multiple buildings in the capital and ordered the gas supply cut off.🟠Simón Bolívar International Airport, Venezuela’s largest airport, was closed due to damage.🟠Venezuela’s Interim President, Delcy Rodríguez, later declared a state of emergency.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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