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7.5-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Venezuela
Venezuela experienced two significant earthquakes near the city of Moron, with the second quake being the largest in over a century. Casualties and damage reports are emerging. (sources: nytimes, npr, aljazeera, nbcnews)
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Modern Action Briefing
The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 7.1-magnitude earthquake followed by a 7.5-magnitude quake in northern Venezuela. This 7.5 quake is noted as the largest to hit the country since 1900.
- The earthquakes occurred near the city of Moron, with magnitudes of 7.1 and 7.5.
- The 7.5-magnitude quake is the largest recorded in Venezuela in more than a century.
- Reports indicate potential casualties and structural damage in Caracas.
Why it matters
The earthquakes highlight the seismic risks in the region and could have significant humanitarian and infrastructural impacts.