At least 164 dead and 971 injured after powerful quakes rock Venezuela, acting president says (opens original article in a new tab)

At least 164 people died and 971 were injured after powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela, prompting international rescue efforts and widespread damage.

• At least 164 people died and 971 were injured after 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela
• Rescue teams are working in hardest-hit areas like La Guaira with help from international search and rescue teams
• Venezuela's main airport was damaged and closed, and parts of Caracas lost power and cellphone coverage
• Several countries offered assistance including the U.S., Ecuador, Qatar, Mexico, and El Salvador
• Earthquakes were felt in Brazil, Colombia, and the Amazon region