Venezuela twin quakes kill at least 164, injure over 900
Venezuela twin quakes kill at least 164, injure over 900
Two powerful earthquakes measuring magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on Wednesday (Jun 24), leaving at least 164 people dead and more than 900 injured.
The quakes triggered panic in Caracas, sending people into the streets as rescue workers and volunteers searched shattered buildings for survivors.
Residents described walls cracking, ceilings collapsing and frantic escapes from buildings as the quakes struck.
Authorities declared a state of emergency. The country's main airport was closed after suffering serious damage, while gas supplies were cut to some buildings to reduce the risk of further accidents.
