A rare double earthquake ravaged Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 188 people and leaving more than 200 trapped

Two earthquakes toppled buildings in Caracas and prompted a frantic effort to rescue survivors in a country already grappling with political and economic turmoil.

Earthquake country's strongest in a century; US Geological Survey says "disaster is likely widespread"; at least 164 people confirmed dead.

US Geological Survey estimates 44 per cent chance fatalities could exceed 10,000

Acting president says at least 32 people killed and hundreds more injured

Thousands feared dead as two powerful earthquakes devastate Venezuela, trapping residents and causing widespread destruction in Caracas.