Quakes rock Venezuela, killing at least 32 and injuring hundreds
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, resulting in at least 32 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Rescue efforts are underway as officials warn the death toll could rise significantly.
Why it matters
This is a major humanitarian disaster requiring international aid and emergency response coordination.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday (local time), killing at least 32 people and injuring 700 more as buildings collapsed in and around the capital Caracas, interim President Delcy Rodriguez said.
The report focuses on factual casualty counts and government statements, though it includes political context regarding the US-Venezuela relationship.
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