2 powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela
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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, damaging buildings in the capital, Caracas.
The big picture: The U.S. Geological Survey issued a red alert for "shaking-related fatalities and economic losses," warning that "high casualties and extensive damage" were probable after magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck west of Caracas.
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- • Two massive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck west of Caracas.
- • Shallow depths and a seismic doublet caused widespread building collapses and airport damage.
- • The USGS warns of potential fatalities ranging from 10,000 to 100,000 people.
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