UPDATE: At least 164 dead and 971 injured after powerful quakes rock Venezuela, acting president says
Summary
Powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela, killing at least 164 and injuring 971, causing widespread damage and prompting a state of emergency and international aid offers.
Key Points
- Two powerful earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela, causing extensive destruction and casualties.
- At least 164 people have died and 971 injured from the quakes, with significant damage in La Guaira and Caracas.
- The Venezuelan government declared a state of emergency and established a $200 million reconstruction fund for recovery efforts.
- International rescue teams and humanitarian aid from countries including the U.S., Qatar, Mexico, and El Salvador are being mobilized to assist Venezuela.
