Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within a minute of each other, triggering building collapses, panic and tsunami warnings across parts of the Caribbean. The 7.1 and 7.5 magnitude quakes hit near the coastal town of Morón, with tremors felt across several states, including the capital Caracas. Authorities declared a state of emergency as rescue teams searched for survivors and assessed the damage. Officials have warned of aftershocks and urged residents to stay away from damaged buildings while emergency operations continue. #Venezuela #Earthquake #BreakingNews

Both quakes measured over 7.0 magnitude, with tremors being felt as far as more than a thousand miles away in Brazil’s Amazon region.

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake and a 7.5-magnitude were less than a minute apart, said the U.S. Geological Survey. The second earthquake was the largest to hit the country since 1900.

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck near Venezuela’s coast, shaking Caracas and prompting evacuations. A tsunami threat was issued for Puerto Rico.

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within minutes of each other on Wednesday evening, causing buildings to collapse in the capital Caracas and triggering tsunami alerts…