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Los terremotos más devastadores en la historia reciente de Venezuela
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
Por CNN Español
El potente y devastador terremoto que sacudió Venezuela la noche del miércoles se sintió en varios estados del país, así como en la vecina Colombia.
El sismo de magnitud 7,5 fue el más fuerte registrado en Venezuela en más de un siglo. El único de mayor magnitud fue un terremo...
Key takeaway El sismo de magnitud 7,5 fue el más fuerte registrado en Venezuela en más de un siglo.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While the devastating earthquake in Venezuela may seem distant from El Paso , the city's own experience with seismic activity, albeit relatively rare, serves as a reminder to local residents to be prepared for natural disasters. El Paso's proximity to the Rio Grande Rift, a zone of extensional faulting, means that earthquakes can and do occur in the region. Although the likelihood of a major earthquake hitting El Paso is low, the city's emergency management officials must remain vigilant and ensure that response plans are in place to mitigate the effects of such an event. Furthermore, the economic and cultural ties between El Paso and Venezuela, particularly through trade and family connections, mean that the impact of the earthquake may be felt locally, highlighting the need for continued support and aid to those affected by the disaster.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Por CNN Español
El potente y devastador terremoto que sacudió Venezuela la noche del miércoles se sintió en varios estados del país, así como en la vecina Colombia.
El sismo de magnitud 7,5 fue el más fuerte registrado en Venezuela en más de un siglo. El único de mayor magnitud fue un terremo...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 25, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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