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Twin magnitude-7 quakes kill 235 in Venezuela seconds apart
Two shallow magnitude-7-plus earthquakes struck Venezuela seconds apart, killing at least 235 people and injuring over 4,300.
Rescue teams are combing through rubble across Venezuela after two shallow earthquakes above magnitude 7 struck within seconds of each other. At least 235 people were killed and more than 4,300 injured.
Search operations are continuing as crews work to reach survivors still trapped under collapsed buildings. The back-to-back nature of the strikes hampered evacuation and emergency coordination.
Why it mattersWith search operations ongoing, the death toll of 235 and injury count above 4,300 are expected to rise as crews reach more areas.
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