'I saw the windows moving' - Venezuelans describe panic as tremors hit
Residents of Caracas describe the terror of experiencing two massive earthquakes that struck the city on a national holiday. Many citizens remain on the streets, fearing aftershocks and mourning the destruction of local buildings.
Why it matters
First-hand accounts provide critical context to the human impact of the disaster, highlighting the vulnerability of urban infrastructure.
Image source, BBC, Getty Images Image caption, Nicole Kolster says people in Caracas evacuated to the streets, fearing further aftershocks
The article relies on eyewitness testimony and descriptive reporting of the event's aftermath.
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