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2 powerful back-to-back earthquakes rattle Venezuela, damage and injuries reported
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
By ABC NEWS
Two powerful earthquakes -- a 7.2 magnitude quake followed just seconds later by a 7.5 -- rattled the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, damaging buildings in the capital and briefly triggering a tsunami advisory.
There were reports of damage and injuries in Caracas, the V...
Key takeaway 2 magnitude quake followed just seconds later by a 7.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While the earthquakes struck Venezuela, El Paso residents with family ties to the region are likely on high alert, awaiting news from loved ones. The city's strong cultural connections to Latin America make international events like this feel closer to home. As El Pasoans watch the situation unfold, they may be reminded of the region's own seismic history, although the city is not typically considered a high-risk area for earthquakes. Nevertheless, the disaster response efforts in Venezuela may serve as a reference point for local emergency management officials, who must always be prepared to respond to unexpected events. As the people of Venezuela begin the process of recovery and assessment, El Paso's community may look for ways to offer support, whether through charitable organizations or other means, highlighting the city's tradition of solidarity with those affected by natural disasters.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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Two powerful earthquakes -- a 7.2 magnitude quake followed just seconds later by a 7.5 -- rattled the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday evening, damaging buildings in the capital and briefly triggering a tsunami advisory.
There were reports of damage and injuries in Caracas, the V...
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