Scenes of destruction after deadly earthquakes in Venezuela – visual guide
Summary
Two strong earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck near Morón, Venezuela, causing many buildings to collapse and resulting in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. The worst damage was seen in Caracas and coastal areas like La Guaira and Catia La Mar, where rescue operations are ongoing.Key Facts
- Two earthquakes hit Venezuela 39 seconds apart, with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5.
- The earthquakes caused hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries.
- Caracas, the capital about 100 miles east of the epicenter, suffered significant damage.
- The coastal areas of La Guaira and Catia La Mar were heavily affected, with many buildings collapsing.
- Maiquetía airport near La Guaira was severely damaged and closed after roof sections collapsed.
- The neighborhoods of Altamira, Los Palos Grandes, Baruta, and Chacao in Caracas saw collapsed buildings and casualties.
- Rescue workers are carrying out intensive operations to find survivors under the rubble.
- The epicenter was near Morón, in the Carabobo state countryside.
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