‘Truly terrifying’: Caracas confronts the aftermath of Venezuela earthquake (opens original article in a new tab)

Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing catastrophic damage and at least 188 deaths, with thousands injured and many homes destroyed.

• Two earthquakes struck Venezuela, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale
• At least 188 people died and thousands were injured
• Buildings collapsed in Caracas and surrounding areas