Thousands feared dead in devastating Venezuela earthquake – what we know

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe death toll from two earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday has increased to 164, with over 900 people reported injured. Interim president Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency after the quakes caused building collapses in Caracas and forced the closure of the country’s main international airport. Two earthquakes, measuring magnitude 7.2 and 7.5, hit within 39 seconds of each other on Wednesday evening, leading to widespread damage in the capital. Several multi-storey buildings collapsed, trapping people under the rubble and prompting rescue teams to search for survivors. The US Geological Survey estimated a 44 per cent probability that the number of fatalities could exceed 10,000. In fullVenezuela earthquake latest: Thousands feared dead as casualties grow after Caracas hit by back-to-back 7.5 magnitude shocksMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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