Major earthquake strikes Venezuela, causing significant casualties and infrastructure collapse
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Venezuelan citizens and government
Venezuela
June 24, 2026
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A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck 160km west of Caracas. 920 people are confirmed dead, with 2,980 injured and many missing. The country's collapsed infrastructure and lack of emergency preparedness have exacerbated the disaster.
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