Venezuela earthquake live: At least 32 dead and 700 injured after powerful back-to-back tremors collapse buildings in Caracas (opens original article in a new tab)

Venezuela declared a state of emergency after two powerful earthquakes collapsed buildings in Caracas, with authorities fearing over 10,000 fatalities and US providing emergency assistance.

• Two 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela within 39 seconds, collapsing buildings in Caracas
• State of emergency declared with 44% chance of fatalities exceeding 10,000 according to USGS
• US mobilizes assistance including search and rescue teams and humanitarian supplies
• Over 20 aftershocks recorded as rescue operations continue