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Venezuela earthquake kills 162, injures nearly 1,000 with La Guaira worst hit
An earthquake in Venezuela has killed at least 162 people and injured nearly 1,000, with the La Guaira region hit hardest.
An earthquake has killed at least 162 people and injured nearly 1,000 in Venezuela. The La Guaira region was described as the hardest hit, though authorities had not yet received updated casualty figures from the zone when rescue operations began.
Teams were deployed across the affected area. The toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts reach more communities.
Why it mattersWith La Guaira's full casualty count still unknown and rescue operations ongoing, the final death toll could be significantly higher than 162.
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