Venezuela shaken by magnitude 4.9 tremor days after major earthquakes
Summary
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake hit northern Venezuela days after two strong earthquakes caused heavy damage and hundreds of deaths. The country is still dealing with rescue efforts, many injured people, and thousands missing after the earlier 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes.Key Facts
- A new 4.9 magnitude earthquake occurred 61 km northwest of Maracay, Venezuela.
- The tremor was felt in Maracay and the capital, Caracas.
- Earlier, Venezuela was hit by two large earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude.
- At least 920 people died in the earlier earthquakes, with expectations the toll could rise above 10,000.
- Over 3,360 people were injured, and more than 172 remain trapped under rubble.
- More than 50,000 people are reported missing after the earthquakes.
- Some areas, including parts of La Guaira state, have restricted access for safety reasons.
- Residents have organized rescue and supply efforts, using vehicles as ambulances and sharing information on social media after restrictions were eased.
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